Job DescriptionAt Northwave, we work every day to make organisations more resilient against digital threats. Our Security Operations Centre (SOC) is the heart of our MDR services and plays a critical role in detecting, investigating and mitigating cyber incidents for a wide range of customers.The teamYou will be part of the SOC Operations team, working with enthusiastic security analysts from diverse backgrounds. With access to expertise across Northwave, you’ll collaborate with specialists in IT Security, Incident Response, and Threat Intelligence, allowing you to continuously develop your own skills and helping others grow.Due to our continued growth and the increasing complexity of threats, we are looking for a Senior SOC Analyst who not only excels in incident investigation, but also actively contributes to the quality, development and future of our SOC.Your roleAs a Senior SOC Analyst, you are a subject‑matter expert within SOC Operations. You work on complex incidents, coach fellow analysts and take the lead in improving detections, processes and ways of working. You look beyond individual alerts and are able to clearly assess context, impact and risk - for both colleagues and customers.You will work closely with other SOC disciplines such as Detection Engineering, Platform/Stack Engineering and CTI, and make a visible contribution to the further professionalisation of our services.What You Will DoContent & OperationsLead and execute complex security incident investigationsOversee full attack chains and determine investigation strategyAct as a subject‑matter sparring partner during escalations and customer callsReview investigations, suppression requests and detection rulesQuality & ImprovementInitiate and implement improvements to detections, playbooks and SOC processesIdentify structural bottlenecks and translate them into concrete improvement actionsActively contribute to the SOC roadmap and annual plan goalsCoaching & CollaborationMentor and coach junior and medior SOC analystsShare knowledge within the team and across the organisationCollaborate with engineering and specialist teams within NorthwaveJob RequirementsWho you areYou have extensive experience in a SOC / MDR environmentYou possess in‑depth knowledge of Incident Response, MITRE ATT&CK and SOC processesYou are analytically strong and quickly see the bigger pictureYou take ownership and are confident initiating improvementsYou communicate clearly, even under pressureYou enjoy helping colleagues grow in their expertiseYou are based in the Netherlands and come to the office when it adds value for the teamCertifications are welcome, but your experience, mindset and impact are decisive.Job RequirementsStrong communication skills in English.An independent and structured way of working.4+ years of experience in a SOC, incident response, or similar role.Deep knowledge of SIEM, EDR, and threat detection methodologies.What We OfferCompetitive salary, paid on the 25th, with annual review and 8% holiday allowancePension through Nationale Nederlanden, Northwave contributes 50%, including partner pension25 vacation days plus all Dutch national holidaysGenerous special leave for marriage, birth, bereavement, care and parental leaveLease car based on salary scale (electric welcome), or choose €0.25/km plus 50% of the lease budget as mobility allowanceMacBook, phone and accessories fully provided€200 net annual allowance for flexible and remote workingAlleo budget for sports, wellness and leisure of your choiceLearning budget Referral bonus when you bring in a great new colleagueHybrid working from a modern office in UtrechtPersonal growth through the Role Model and FeedForward cycle, your ambitions and development front and centre

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