About this role
Role Description
Job Title: SOC Analyst L1
Mode of Hiring: Permanent
Working Model: Hybrid
Department: Cybersecurity / SOC
Reports to: SOC Team Lead
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated SOC Analyst L1 to join our SOC. The role focuses on monitoring security s, performing initial triage, and escalating potential incidents to higher-level analysts.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor security tools (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS) for s and suspicious activity
- Perform initial triage and classification of security events
- Escalate confirmed or high-risk incidents to SOC L2/L3
- Follow incident response playbooks and procedures
- Document incidents, actions taken, and findings
- Assist in basic threat hunting and log analysis
- Maintain awareness of common threats and attack techniques
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
- Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals (malware, phishing, brute force, etc.)
Familiarity with SIEM and EDR tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, Defender and CrowdStrike) is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good written and verbal communication skills in english
- Ability to work in shifts 24/7.
Nice to Have (is not a mandatory)
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, or similar
- Basic scripting knowledge (Python, PowerShell)
- Internship or prior experience in IT or security
Skills
siem,incident response,log analysis,network security,
About cyber security & digital forensics roles for ex-police
Cyber security, digital forensics and incident-response roles. DMIs, cybercrime investigators and digital forensics officers bring evidential discipline and investigative judgement that DFIR and security teams struggle to hire.
See all cyber security & digital forensics jobs in Leeds →Why this fits a police background — match score 70/100
- Incident command & response
What cyber security & digital forensics roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Digital forensics analyst | £32,000–£45,000 |
| DFIR consultant | £45,000–£65,000 |
| Senior forensics / IR specialist | £60,000–£80,000 |
| Threat-intelligence specialist | £55,000–£80,000 |