SOC Engineer

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Secure Managed Services team as a Security Operations Centre (SOC) Engineer and help build and evolve our Managed SOC platform. The successful candidate will design and scale security solutions using Microsoft Sentinel, automation and Dev Ops, working closely with analysts and architects to deliver secure, repeatable, high‑impact services. This role is perfect for engineers who want to create, innovate and drive real security outcomes.

• Perform alert triage, investigate incidents and manage SOC tickets to maintain operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with SOC Analysts to identify, design and implement automation and service optimisation improvements.
• Design, deploy and maintain standardised Microsoft Sentinel solutions using Bicep, ARM/JSON templates, Power Shell, infrastructure‑as‑code and Dev Ops pipelines.
• Produce and maintain high‑quality documentation and actively share knowledge to strengthen SOC service delivery.
• Share knowledge as part of the FSP technical community.

• Extensive experience delivering Microsoft security solutions, including Microsoft Sentinel (as code), with relevant certifications (SC‑900, AZ‑900, AWS CCP).
• Proven ability to deliver repeatable, high‑quality outcomes across development, operations, and security.
• Strong focus on engineering best practices (clean code, version control, reliable deployments) to achieve robust security outcomes.
• Skilled at simplifying complex requirements into maintainable designs and clearly communicating to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experienced in 24x7 SOC environments, secure and scalable multi‑tenant Dev Ops, with strong troubleshooting, investigative skills, and UK security clearance eligibility.

• Experience working within a Managed SOC or MSSP environment.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001 or CIS.
• MS SC‑200 or AZ‑104 accreditations.
• Exposure to AWS cloud services and security operations.
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS‑C02).

• Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos.
• Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success.
• Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dedication to excellence and quality.

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career.
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of.
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience.
• Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results.
• Industry leading coaching and mentoring.
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

FSP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We assess applicants based on their skills, experience, and potential, without regard to age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that visa sponsorship is available for some roles, subject to eligibility and business requirements.

Research indicates that individuals from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply where they feel they do not meet every requirement, or where there is uncertainty about who a role is intended for. If you are interested in a role with us but are concerned that you may not meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. You may be a strong candidate for this role or for other opportunities within FSP.

We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in an interview or meeting (whether virtual or in person), please let us know.