SOC Analyst (Level 1) – Graduate Opportunity

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.

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.

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

Contribute to incident notes and basic reports

Work closely with senior analysts to develop your expertise

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.

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)

Networking basics (IP, ports, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS)

Operating systems (Windows / Linux fundamentals)

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

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

• Familiarity with common cyber threats: Malware Phishing Brute-force attacks Unauthorized access
• Malware
• Phishing
• Brute-force attacks
• Unauthorized access
• Core Technical Foundations
• Awareness of: Endpoint security Network security Identity and access management concepts
• Endpoint security
• Network security
• Identity and access management concepts
• Clear written communication skills

Join UST – a human-centric global digital transformation company committed to developing entry level talent through across the UK.

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