SOC Analyst
SOC Analyst
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst to join our Security Operations Center team. The SOC Analyst will be responsible for monitoring analyzing and responding to cybersecurity incidents and threats. The ideal candidate will have experience with security monitoring tools threat analysis and incident response.
Key Responsibilities:
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Monitor and analyze security events and alerts from various sources (SIEM IDS/IPS firewall antivirus etc.).
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Perform initial triage and classification of incidents based on defined procedures.
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Investigate and escalate potential security incidents as needed.
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Maintain accurate documentation of incidents investigations and findings.
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Collaborate with IT and security teams to coordinate response and resolution.
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Conduct threat hunting to proactively detect malicious activity.
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Maintain and improve SOC procedures and playbooks.
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Stay current on cybersecurity trends threats and vulnerabilities.
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Participate in regular security audits and assessments.
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Assist in developing and maintaining security monitoring rules and use cases.
Qualifications:
Education:
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Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Security or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Experience:
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13 years of experience in a security operations cybersecurity or IT role.
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Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk QRadar ArcSight).
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Familiarity with log analysis and intrusion detection systems.
Certifications (Preferred but not required):
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CompTIA Security
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Certified SOC Analyst (CSA)
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GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Skills:
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Good understanding of TCP/IP DNS HTTP VPN and other core networking concepts.
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Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and cybersecurity kill chain.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced 24/7 environment (shift work may be required).
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Employment Type
Full Time
