As a SOC Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in our client’s cybersecurity operations, monitoring and analysing our clients' network infrastructure to detect and respond to potential security incidents. Leveraging cutting-edge tools and technologies, you will proactively identify threats, investigate security breaches, and implement effective countermeasures to mitigate risks. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with skilled professionals to protect digital assets and uphold the highest standards of security.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor security event alerts generated by various detection systems and respond promptly to potential threats.
* Conduct in-depth analysis of security incidents to determine their scope, impact, and root cause.
* Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to escalate and remediate security breaches in a timely manner.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of security incidents, including incident reports and post-mortem analyses.
* Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to continuously enhance our security posture.
* Participate in security incident response exercises and drills to test and refine our incident response procedures.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and measures to protect against known and emerging threats.
* Provide guidance and support to junior SOC analysts, sharing knowledge and best practices to build a strong and cohesive team.
Qualifications:
* Experience in cybersecurity, particularly within a SOC.
* Solid understanding of network protocols, security architectures, and threat intelligence frameworks.
* Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security technologies.
* Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation and data analysis.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to methodically investigate and resolve security incidents.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.
If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to contribute your skills and expertise to a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you!