SOC Engineer (Security Operations / Cyber Defence)
(122lw) - Remote - £65,000- £70,000 pa + Benefits
Are you leaving
the military or transitioned, with experience in SOC or Cyber Defence
Operations?
We’re working with
a growing cyber security organisation that is actively hiring individuals from
military and defence backgrounds, particularly those with experience in CDOC or
security operations environments.
You’ll join a
fast-paced Security Operations team, supporting and improving customer
environments while developing your skills into more advanced areas like
engineering, automation, and detection development. This is a great opportunity
to move from, pure operations into engineering and technical
specialisation. A remote role with
option of hybrid working or occasional visits to South East Office.
Commercial tools
are not a barrier - mindset and foundation matter more.
What You’ll Be
Doing
Monitoring and
supporting security and network environments
Investigating and
resolving security incidents and alerts
Working with SIEM
/ XDR tools to analyse logs and identify threats
Supporting
configuration changes, upgrades, and improvements
Contributing to
detection and response capabilities
Gradually getting
involved in projects and engineering work
Essential
Experience in a
SOC or CDOC environment
Understanding of -
Security
monitoring
Incident response
Logs and telemetry
Awareness of -
Common attack
techniques (e.g. phishing, malware execution)
Network
fundamentals (DNS, HTTP, etc.)
Strong
problem-solving mindset
Comfortable
working in a team-based, fast-paced environment
Desirable
Exposure to SIEM,
XDR, or EDR platforms
Knowledge of MITRE
ATT&CK
Experience with
Windows/Linux systems
Any scripting or
automation exposure
Military
Applicants - This role is particularly well suited to -
Royal Signals /
CIS / Network Engineers
Cyber Operators /
SOC Analysts
Individuals with
experience in Corsham / CDOC environments
You’ll succeed if
you - Are curious and ask “why?”. Take ownership of problems. Enjoy
investigating and fixing issues. Want to continue learning and developing
What You’ll Get - Structured
training and funded certifications. Clear progression. A supportive,
people-first culture. Opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers,
including ex-military professionals
If you’re looking
to build a long-term career in cyber security and want an organisation that
understands and values military experience, this is a fantastic opportunity.
Interested? Please send a copy of your CV with a note
outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you to Liz Walsh at
Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd by email to liz@ex-mil.co.uk
https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/8371/soc-engineer