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SIEM Engineer - SC Cleared

SIEM Engineer - SC Cleared

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Wokingham, United kingdom

Freelance

13-01-2026

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Communication Problem Solving Python PowerShell Network Security Programming Analytical Thinking

Job Specifications

SIEM Engineer - SC Cleared

Whitehall Resources are currently looking for a SIEM Engineer - SC Cleared based in Berkshire for an initial 12 month contract.

*** MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE ***

*** INSIDE IR35 ***

Role Description:

SIEM Deployment & Management – Set up, configure, and maintain SIEM tools like Sentinel, Elastic.
EDR deployment, configuration & management – experience with tools like Tanium, Trellix, FireEye, Defender, Elastic EDR
Threat Detection & Analysis – Monitor security logs, detect anomalies, and investigate potential threats.
Experience configuring Syslog servers and maintaining and configuring syslog feeds
Log ingestion Creation for Sentinel – Deploy OOTB integrations & develop & deploy custom integrations for various log source types.
Collaboration – Work with IT and security teams to improve overall cybersecurity posture.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Technical expertise. Strong knowledge & experience in security engineering with SIEM & EDR platforms, network security, and understanding of cybersecurity frameworks.
Certifications – CISSP, CEH, GIAC, or vendor-specific SIEM certifications, AZ-500, SC-100,etc.
Programming & Scripting – Familiarity with Python, PowerShell, KQL (Kusto query language), KQL (Kibana Query Language) or other scripting languages.
Analytical Thinking & problem solving – Ability to analyze large datasets and identify threats, mitigations, misconfigurations, etc.
Communication Skills – Abilit

About the Company

We specialise in the provision of SAP, IT, and Data recruitment across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and the US. You know from experience how specialist IT systems are the lifeblood of a major company. Essential for efficiency, economy, and stronger results across the board, you need those systems to run smoothly and evolve with your business. So make it happen with a recruiter who provides you with the very best IT specialists - every time and at the shortest notice. Contact our teams via: UK T: +44 (0)1206 212101 E:... Know more