Role description

SOC Analyst (Level 1) – Graduate Opportunity

Leeds (Onsite – 24/7 SOC Environment)

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 s 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 s, 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.

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Skills

siem,compliance management,incident response,log analysis,

About UST
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.