SOC Analyst

Job Summary:We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst with 2-3 years of experience to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents to protect our organization’s information assets.Key Responsibilities:Monitor Security Alerts: Continuously monitor security alerts from SIEM solution and various security tools and systems.Incident Response: Investigate and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, unauthorized access, and other security breaches and act as the first responder to security incidents by analyzing, containing, and mitigating threats.Log Analysis: Analyze logs from SIEM solution including systems, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security devices to identify potential threats.Coordinate and support the containment and eradication of security incidents. Provide guidance and support to other IT teams, Development teams and stakeholders on security incident response and remediation.Threat Intelligence: Stay updated on the latest threat landscape, including new vulnerabilities, exploits, and attack vectors, and apply threat intelligence to identify and mitigate potential security threats, security weaknesses and recommend actions.Ensure that security significant logs are available in SOC monitoring tools for analysis and investigation.Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, including the actions taken and the outcomes.Collaboration: Work closely with other IT and security teams to ensure a coordinated response to security incidents.Reporting: Prepare and present reports on security incidents and trends to management.Requirments:Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.4+ years of experience in a SOC or similar security role.Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent are preferred.Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., FortiSIEM, Splunk, QRadar).Knowledge of network protocols and security technologies.Experience with incident response and handling.Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and methodologies.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.