Security Operations Analyst

About the role

Primark’s technology team is looking for a Security Operations Analyst to strengthen its cyber‑defence posture. You will work within a collaborative SOC environment, handling alerts, incidents and vulnerability management while supporting the broader security strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain expert knowledge of security technologies and continuously improve processes, documentation and system capabilities.
• Manage security tickets, triage alerts and conduct in‑depth analysis of incidents, threats, vulnerabilities and trends.
• Ensure accurate coverage across security tools, asset inventories, procedures and SOC documentation.
• Lead or support incident coordination, post‑incident reviews and forensic activities with internal teams and third‑party partners.
• Develop and deliver security metrics, reports and recommendations to enhance detection, response and vulnerability management.
• Contribute to SOC operations, standardise processes, inform tooling decisions and support broader cybersecurity planning.

Required profile

• 4+ years of experience in enterprise cybersecurity across cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Strong foundation in networking, operating systems and security engineering.
• Proven background in security operations, incident response, investigations and vulnerability analysis.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in fast‑paced, multi‑skilled teams.
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience; security or IT certifications such as Security+, CISSP, Azure or AWS.

Required skills

• Enterprise cybersecurity
• Cloud security (Azure, AWS)
• On‑prem security
• Networking
• Operating systems
• Security engineering
• Incident response
• Vulnerability analysis
• Forensic analysis

What we offer

• Healthcare benefits
• Potential bonus
• 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy 5 additional days)
• Tax‑saving tickets, fitness centre access and subsidised cafeteria