Senior SOC Analyst

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Cadent Gas Limited
Delivers gas across the UK, maintaining and upgrading gas infrastructure for a sustainable future.
Lead security operations, mentor analysts, and improve detection for IT/OT.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Gas Distribution
Infrastructure Services
Engineering
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Gas Distribution
Energy
Infrastructure
Utilities
Residential
Commercial
Emergency Services
Hydrogen Energy
Role
What you would be doing
continuous improvement
incident response
regulatory compliance
technical leadership
operational efficiency
stakeholder management

Working across the whole network, you’ll bring expertise, insight, and leadership to our security operations – from threat detection to incident resolution. You’ll own and enhance detection capabilities, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to manage complex incidents. You’ll also act as a mentor and technical advisor for junior analysts, fostering their development and growth.

As our Senior SOC Analyst, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the secure and reliable operation of Cadent's IT and OT environments. This isn’t just about monitoring alerts or managing incidents – this is about leading technical initiatives, mentoring junior analysts, and driving continuous improvement in our security operations.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible and influential role, leading technical initiatives while partnering with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. You’ll be empowered to drive continuous improvement, shape our cyber security posture, and ensure our security operations are well-planned, well-governed, and well-executed.

  • Continuous Improvement – Embed best practices across the function and improve how we detect, respond to, and communicate security incidents.
  • Strategic Impact – Operate at the heart of our security operations, ensuring the secure and reliable delivery of gas.
  • Regulatory Compliance – Maintain a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and cyber security standards, ensuring compliance across operations.
  • Technical Leadership – Lead technical initiatives, mentor junior analysts, and drive continuous improvement in our security operations.
  • Operational Efficiency – Lead daily stand-ups and workflows, promoting efficiency and collaboration.
What you bring
ceh
comptia sec+
siem
splunk
cybersecurity
4+ years
  • Stakeholder Confidence – Skilled in building trust and influencing stakeholders at all levels, from field operatives to senior management.
  • Technical Credentials – Relevant certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Sec+, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent, and a solid grasp of SIEM or XDR tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel).
  • Strong Cyber Security Background – 4+ years of experience in Cyber Security or related fields, with proven expertise in managing complex incidents and enhancing detection capabilities.
  • Continuous Learning – Eagerness to learn, develop, and share knowledge with colleagues, and stay updated on emerging security threats, trends, and technologies.
  • Operational Versatility – Ability to lead technical initiatives, mentor junior analysts, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits

We support a healthy work-life balance and are open to flexible working options.

  • Annual bonus
  • Generous family policies and flexible benefits
  • Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
  • An extra day off each year to celebrate life’s special moments
  • 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
  • Retail discounts, gym access, and more
  • Career development with funded learning options
  • Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
130,000 kilometers
Gas Pipelines Network
Manages an extensive network of gas pipelines across the UK, ensuring reliable energy distribution.
11 million customers
Households Served
Provides essential gas distribution services to over 11 million households across the UK.
  • Founded to manage the UK's gas distribution network, Cadent Gas plays a key role in the delivery of energy across the country.
  • With a focus on the future, Cadent is investing heavily in the development of low-carbon and renewable gas technologies.
  • Major projects include upgrading infrastructure for hydrogen gas, building new pipelines for energy-efficient solutions, and ensuring the safety and reliability of the UK's gas network.
  • Cadent Gas is known for its commitment to improving the gas distribution network's efficiency, leveraging cutting-edge technology for sustainable energy delivery.
  • The company’s work is pivotal in supporting the UK’s shift towards a net-zero future while ensuring continued energy security.
Culture + Values
  • Community: We’re one business, focused on the needs of the communities we serve.
  • Commitment: We're dedicated to deliver on our promises, keeping focused on safety and doing the right thing.
  • Curiosity: We explore and embrace new ways of thinking and working to meet the needs of our customers.
  • Courage: We challenge ourselves to shape the future and do things better.
  • Working together
  • Taking responsibility
  • Driving performance
  • Shaping the future
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Net Zero Target
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2050.
30% Methane Reduction
Pipe Network Upgrades
Upgraded pipe network reduces methane emissions by over 30% before 2030.
206 Tonnes CO₂e Saved
EV Fleet Expansion
Five-fold expansion of the EV fleet since 2022, saving over 206 tonnes of CO₂e annually.
38% Fuel Cost Reduction
Biomethane Trucks
Nine biomethane trucks introduced, reducing fuel costs by 38% compared to diesel.
  • Current support for hydrogen blending and future hydrogen conversion to decarbonise network
  • 488 EV commercial vehicles deployed, scaling towards zero-emission fleet of ~950 EVs by 2026
  • 47,190 tonnes CO₂e saved in 2023 through enhanced gas leakage management
  • Only 2.4% of spoil from excavations sent to landfill in 2023
  • All three core offices consolidated into a 94,000 m² flagship site in Coventry with BREEAM 'Excellent', solar panels generating 194 MWh/year, and ~30 t CO₂ savings from brise-soleil design
  • Route to Net Zero Standard certification and GRESB score 100/100 in 2023
  • Five electric vans and five hydrogen response vehicles in London network, aiming for 1,000 zero-emission vehicles network-wide by 2026
  • Deployment of hydrogen fuel-cell FCO cars (~400 mile range) in North London
  • Used ArcGIS-enabled methane leak detection to proactively fix over 200 leaks and reduce emissions by up to 90% at specific sites
  • Environmental goals by 2026: 100% renewable energy procurement; <5% excavated waste to landfill; Wildlife Trust Biodiversity Benchmark across sites
  • Demonstrate hydrogen at scale by 2035
Inclusion & Diversity
50% leadership female
Women in Leadership
Aim to achieve gender parity in leadership roles by 2026.
14% ethnic minorities
Workforce Diversity
Target to increase representation of ethnic minorities in the workforce by 2030.
100,000 people inspired
Energy Career Access
Initiative to encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to pursue careers in the energy sector by 2030.
  • Ensure Cadent and 100% of local delivery partners deliver best-practice standards on equality, diversity, inclusion, and fair pay by 2026
  • Inspire 100,000 people from under-represented or disadvantaged groups to access energy-sector careers by 2030
  • Launch hydrogen skills academy and education programme by 2024
  • Deliver over 30% of training via social learning and digital solutions by 2025
  • Established five employee community groups with executive sponsorship to identify and address underrepresented challenges
  • Achieved Disability Confident Level 2, Race at Work Charter signatory, Armed Forces Covenant signatory (MoD Silver Award), Youth Friendly Employer pledge, BAME Apprentice Alliance pledge, Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant, Women in Utilities membership
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Senior SOC Analyst at Cadent Gas Limited in Coventry, England, United Kingdom