Tesco Czech Republic Hybrid Full-Time Permanent Apply by 20-Nov-2026
About the role
As a Security Analyst III, you will be the technical authority within the SOC, leading high-quality investigations and proactive threat hunting to protect the organisation from evolving threats. This hands-on role combines advanced technical expertise with leadership, coaching analysts, driving SOC maturity, and optimising tools and processes to set the standard for excellence across the team.
You will act as a role model for SOC Analysts, coaching and guiding them to elevate technical capability and analytical rigour. Beyond day-to-day operations, you will lead maturity objectives, optimise SOC tooling, and identify opportunities for automation, AI integration, and impactful service improvements. You will also play a key role within the CSIRT team, collaborating on major incidents.
What is in it for you
Tesco is a diverse and exciting employer, dedicated to being #aplacetogeton, providing career-defining opportunities to all of our colleagues. If you choose to join our business, we will provide you with (for all):
- Up to 20% yearly salary bonus - based on both individual and business performance
- Sick leave Compensation
- 1 extra week of annual leave above your legal entitlement of 4 weeks of annual leave of paid leave to support your well-being and family life
- Pension insurance contribution
- Cafeteria benefit system & Multisport card
- Training and Development Plan, supported by certified training and learning platforms like Udemy, Udemy Pro and LinkedIn
- Referral Bonus
- Flexible work time
You will be responsible for
- Deliver high-quality investigative analysis to ensure rapid and accurate incident resolution.
- Act as the escalation point and technical authority for complex SOC investigations.
- Lead proactive threat-hunting initiatives to identify and mitigate emerging threats before they impact the business.
- Role-model analytical excellence and decision-making, setting the benchmark for SOC performance.
- Coach and mentor analysts to build technical depth and confidence across the team.
- Drive SOC maturity objectives, improving processes, tooling, and automation for greater efficiency.
- Enhance SOC tool utilisation, including workflow optimisation.
- Identify and implement automation, AI-driven enhancements, and playbook developments.
- Support CSIRT activities during major incidents, ensuring coordinated and effective response.
- Monitor MSSP performance, ensuring alert triage and investigations meet quality and timeliness standards.
You will need
- Over 2 years’ experience working in an internal SOC or 3 years at an MSSP in a senior role.
- Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks: MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, Incident Response Lifecycle, Pyramid of Pain.
- Expertise in threat hunting and advanced investigative analysis.
- Deep understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and threat actor behaviours.
- Proficiency in SIEM/XDR platforms and tuning detection logic, use cases, and alert optimisation.
- Advanced querying and scripting skills (e.g., KQL, SPL) for data analysis and threat detection.
- Ability to recommend tooling enhancements and process improvements to strengthen SOC capability.
- Practical knowledge of networks, operating systems, and scripting for investigative purposes.
- Experience in leading technical initiatives and driving service maturity improvements.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members, fostering technical excellence.
- GIAC certifications
- Other relevant certifications such as CISSP or CISM will be considered.
- A relevant degree, with professional experience.
- In case you don’t hold these certifications/qualifications, proven experience and formal training in SOC operations, incident response, and threat analysis are essential.
About us
Tesco Technology was established in Prague to support Tesco’s retail business in Central Europe and across the Tesco Group. What began as a regional center over 25 years ago has evolved into a modern, forward-thinking team, driving innovation and digital transformation throughout the region.
With operations in the UK, Ireland, India, Hungary, Poland, and the Czech Republic, we’re committed to delivering great value to our customers every day.
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