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SOC Engineer - Contract

£42,000 - 72,500
IO Associates
Centre Promenade, Bristol
£42,000 - 72,500
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Company Size
200-500
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Company Type
Services
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Exp Level
Regular
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Job Type
Freelance / Contract
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Language
English
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Visa sponsorship
No

Requirements

Must:
- Active DV Clearance (essential) - Experience in SOC Engineering or advanced SOC Analyst roles - Strong hands-on experience with SIEM platforms and detection tuning - Scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell or similar) - Understanding of threat detection and incident response frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK) - Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, etc.) are a plus - Hybrid: 3 days per week in Bristol

Responsibilities

- Develop and tune SIEM detection rules and use cases (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) - Automate SOC workflows and incident response processes (Python/PowerShell) - Improve alert quality, reducing false positives and enhancing detection coverage - Support and lead incident investigations and escalations - Integrate threat intelligence into monitoring and detection - Maintain SOC playbooks and support continuous improvement of tooling and processes

Description


We are a leading technology provider seeking a DV-cleared SOC Engineer to support and enhance our Security Operations Centre. In this hybrid role, you will work three days a week in our Bristol office. We offer £450 - £550 per day and the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic team focused on detection engineering, SIEM optimisation, and automation to improve incident response in complex environments.
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