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SOC Operations Technical Lead Location: GBR Job Description: SOC Operations Technical Lead Location- London (remote) Salary- £70K + car allowance +benefits The purpose of this role is to lead a team of SOC analysts, who are collectively operating on a 24/7/365 basis. This role reports to Head of SOC Operations. This hands-on position serves as the senior technical authority for SOC operations, driving excellence in threat detection, incident response, and security operations across a diverse multi-client portfolio. Although you will manage team of SOC analysts, this is not a purely managerial role; you will remain deeply involved in technical work while elevating team capabilities and delivering strategic value to our clients. Responsibilities:- - Lead day-to-day activities of the SOC analysts across all shifts (24/7 operations through and on call rotation). - Manage team scheduling, shift handovers, and always ensure proper coverage. - Evaluate, recommend, and support the implementation and optimization of SOC technologies (SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR, threat intelligence platforms) across heterogeneous client stacks. - 7+ years of experience in Security Operations, with at least 3–4 years in a senior/lead technical role within a SOC - Strong hands-on expertise with industry-leading tools: -SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike) -EDR/XDR solutions (CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Carbon Black) -SOAR, threat intelligence platforms, and network security tools. - Proven experience in advanced threat hunting. - Solid automation skills to improve SOC efficiency. Preferred Qualifications - Relevant certifications: CISSP, GIAC (GCIH, GCIA, GREM), SC-200, SC-500 or equivalent. - Experience with cloud security operations environments. - Background in professional services, consulting, or MSSP delivery. - Familiarity with ITIL, NIST, ISO27001 or other security frameworks in a service provider context.