Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst to join our cybersecurity team. The SOC Analyst will play a critical role in the front-line defense of our organization's IT infrastructure by monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents. This role requires a strong understanding of security tools, techniques, and procedures, as well as the ability to think critically and act decisively under pressure. Key Responsibilities:
- Threat Monitoring & Detection
- Monitor network, system, and security logs using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm).
- Identify, investigate, and prioritize potential security threats and events in real-time.
- Analyze logs, alerts, and reports to detect and prevent potential cyberattacks or anomalies.
- Incident Response
- Triage security incidents and escalate as needed based on severity and impact.
- Assist in containment, eradication, and recovery of affected systems during incidents.
- Document incident findings and response actions clearly and comprehensively.
- Security Analysis
- Conduct root cause analysis of security events and contribute to post-incident reports.
- Participate in threat hunting activities and improve detection techniques.
- Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
- Security Tool Maintenance
- Maintain and optimize SOC technologies including SIEMs, EDR, IDS/IPS, and log management tools.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and network teams to improve logging and visibility.
- Compliance & Reporting
- Support compliance efforts related to security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS).
- Create dashboards and reports for security metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 1-3 years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role.
- Familiarity with SIEM platforms and tools (e.g., Splunk, AlienVault, IBM QRadar).
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, VPNs).
- Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux), malware, and common attack vectors.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.