SOC Analyst (Security Cleared). Join a forward-thinking cybersecurity team where your skills directly protect critical systems and customers. This role is central to detecting, investigating, and responding to security threats in a dynamic SOC environment.Role Overview:Location: Wokingham/Site BasedDay Rate: £400- £570 per day Inside IR35Contract Length: 6 monthsIndustry: Cybersecurity/Security OperationsWhat You''ll Be Doing:Monitor and respond to security events using various tools, acting as the first line of defense.Perform incident triage, threat analysis, containment, and detailed reporting.Optimize detection rules and alert thresholds to improve accuracy and reduce false positives.Continuously research emerging threats to inform detection and response strategies.Contribute to improving team performance, operational efficiency, and SOC processes.Document incidents thoroughly, providing remediation recommendations and lessons learned.Proactively enhance cybersecurity skills and knowledge.Main Skills Needed:Candidates must hold an active Security Clearance, this is essential. Experience in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) or similar operational cybersecurity role.Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, specifically Elastic SIEM / Elastic Stack.Strong analytical and investigative skills; able to manage incidents from detection to resolution.Understanding of attacker behaviours, common attack techniques, and the cyber kill chain.Solid knowledge of operating systems, netw