SOC Analyst (Level 1) – Graduate Opportunity

Kickstart Your Career in Cyber Security Are you a recent graduate with a passion for cyber security and a curiosity about how organisations defend against real-world threats? This is your opportunity to launch your career in a Security Operations Centre (SOC), gaining hands-on exposure, structured learning, and real-time experience in protecting enterprise environments. We’re looking for motivated, ambitious graduates who want to build a long-term career in cyber security, not just a job. What You’ll Be Doing As a SOC Analyst (Level 1), you’ll be at the frontline of cyber defence, supporting the monitoring and protection of systems under the guidance of experienced analysts. You will: Monitor security alerts and events using enterprise tools (SIEM platforms) Support the triage and escalation of potential security incidents Learn how real-world cyber-attacks are identified and handled Follow structured runbooks and incident response procedures Contribute to incident notes and basic reports Work closely with senior analysts to develop your expertise What We’re Looking For This role is ideal for graduates or early-career professionals with a strong academic foundation and a genuine interest in cyber security, who are eager to grow and build a long-term career in the field. Education & Interest Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline Strong interest in cyber security, with a curiosity about how threats emerge and how organisations defend against them Essential Knowledge (Academic or Self-Learned) Understanding of Security Operations Centres (SOC) and their purpose Awareness of alerts, incidents, and case management workflows Basic knowledge of the incident lifecycle (detection → triage → escalation) Familiarity with common cyber threats: Malware Phishing Brute-force attacks Unauthorized access Core Technical Foundations Networking basics (IP, ports, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS) Operating systems (Windows / Linux fundamentals) Awareness of: Endpoint security Network security Identity and access management concepts What Will Make You Stand Out Exposure to SIEM tools, log analysis, or cyber labs (university or self-learning) Certifications or training in cyber security (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Cyber Essentials, etc.) Strong analytical thinking and curiosity about how attacks happen Clear written communication skills Your Mindset We value attitude as much as technical skills. You’ll thrive if you: Are eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment Can follow processes while thinking critically Are comfortable working in a 24/7 shift-based environment Communicate clearly and escalate issues appropriately Ready to Start Your Cyber Career? Apply now to begin your journey in cyber security and gain hands-on experience in a real-world SOC environment.