Cyber Security or SOC Analyst
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Corsham (100% on site) |
| Area | South West, UK |
| Sector | Defence & Nuclear |
| Salary | £640 Per Day |
| Start Date | May 13th, 2026 |
| Advertiser | Priyanka Dubey |
| Job Ref | 7467-PSR1JP00101685 |
| IR35 | Inside |
| Security Clearance | DV |
- Description
- The Client:
A government department client is looking for a Cyber Security or SOC Analyst to join them on an 11 month contract. This position will be based in Corsham (100% on site).
Job Summary:
This role is 100% on site and will require:
- 13-hour shifts – days and nights, plus weekends.
- 4 on 5 off, then 5 on 4 off.
- Will average out at the standard 37 hours per week.
Top 3 Essential criteria:
- Industry standard SOC Security qualifications (SANS, ISC2, etc.).
- Proven Tier 2/3 SOC Analyst experience (2 years+) .
- Perform triage of security events; determine scope, priority and impact, and make recommendations that enable expeditious remediation.
Essential:
- Active Security Clearance: DV (Developed Vetting) + Sensitive Post Check Passing of SPC is a prerequisite of contract and takes up to 3 months.
- Sole UK National .
- Industry standard SOC Security qualifications (SANS, ISC2, etc.).
- Proven Tier 2/3 SOC Analyst experience (2 years+).
- Demonstratable experience working with SIEM technology and SIEM engineering (including tool configuration) i.e. ArcSight within an enterprise SOC.
- Experience in creation of use-cases, analytics and playbooks.
- An understanding of cloud technologies.
- Perform triage of security events; determine scope, priority and impact, and make recommendations that enable expeditious remediation.
- Conduct real-time management of security incidents from detection to resolution.
Desirable:
- Degree level qualification; preferably in technical, engineering or computing subject.
- Preferable if have lead experience but would take a Tier 2 Analyst.
- Defence experience.
An active DV clearance is required for this role. At a minimum, candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo security clearance. Due to the short-term nature of the contract and the urgency of the requirement, the client may prioritise applicants who already hold active DV clearance and meet all essential criteria.
Our Company:
Malikshaw Interim & Executive is a specialist provider of talent management solutions helping our clients transform the delivery of our public services. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we combine providing the best talent with delivering diverse, inclusive workforces and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
How to Apply:
Please apply through the link provided to send your application directly to the Recruiter managing this assignment.
Disability Confident:
As a member of the disability confident scheme, the Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
Armed Forces Covenant:
As a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, the Client guarantees to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.
If you qualify for any of the above, please notify us on your covering letter and your recruiter will confirm if the client is a member. We will then be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview.
Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
- 13-hour shifts – days and nights, plus weekends.
