Senior Cyber Security Analyst - Kent - £50,000-£60,000 per annum

We’re proud to be partnering with a respected non-profit organisation dedicated to social impact and digital resilience. As they continue to grow and enhance their cyber maturity, they’re seeking a passionate Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support critical incident detection, response efforts, and security automation. The position offers a salary of £50,000 – £60,000, a strong benefits package tailored for UK employees, and a hybrid working model with remote flexibility.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

Analysing security incidents and SOAR alerts with a methodical, threat-led approach
Designing and fine-tuning rules and playbooks to improve threat detection and response
Working with customers to shape and implement tailored security monitoring workflows
Supporting both live operations and onboarding of new services
Researching threat intelligence to enhance SOC processes
Reviewing junior analyst cases and helping develop their capabilities
Owning ticket queues, meeting SLAs, and ensuring high-quality case records
Participating in projects across departments and improving internal procedures
Taking part in the on-call incident escalation rota

You’ll Need:

3+ years in a SOC or security operations function
Hands-on experience with SIEM/EDR tools like SentinelOne, Defender for Endpoint, QRadar
Security certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, SC-200, SBT L1)
Strong written communication and organisation skills
Experience leading or mentoring junior team members
High attention to detail and a collaborative mindset

Good to Have:

Prior work in incident response teams
Familiarity with cloud security tools and services
Knowledge of SOAR toolsets and automation

Locke & McCloud is the leading cyber security & information security staffing company – through having a sole focus on the cyber & information security space we have been able to foster solid relationships with some of the most exciting cyber security consultancies & end-users. Our focus on the information security space allows us to be able to help you find the most exciting opportunities in the cyber security market. If you are looking for your next cybersecurity or information security role, please get in touch!