Security Operations Center Analyst

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Greetings for the day!

We are looking for a SOC Analyst for a freelance project in Brussels, Belgium. The position is Full-Time (5 days p/week) and hybrid over an initial duration of 12 Months, plus a high likelihood of extensions.

Contractual Details

Location: Brussels, Belgium (hybrid)

Duration: 12 Months (plus a high likelihood of extensions)

B2B Freelance / Contract

5 Days Per Week / Full-Time

Languages: English + Dutch AND/OR French Fluency

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please only apply on this role if you meet the language requirements AND can commit to a full-time / hybrid contract.

Job Description:

The Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst (L1/L2) will be responsible for monitoring, analysing, investigating, and responding to security incidents. This role protects the organization from cyber threats.

• L1 Analyst: Focuses on real-time monitoring, triage, and initial analysis of security alerts, escalating incidents as needed.
• L2 Analyst: Handles escalated cases, conducts deeper forensic investigations, and provides remediation guidance.

This position offers excellent growth opportunities in cybersecurity, working with cutting-edge security tools and frameworks.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor security systems and logs for suspicious activity.
• Analyse security alerts and events to identify potential threats.
• Triage and prioritize security incidents based on severity.
• Conduct initial investigations of security incidents.
• Escalate incidents to L2 analysts or other teams as needed.
• Conduct in-depth forensic investigations of escalated incidents (L2).
• Provide remediation guidance and support to other teams (L2).
• Document security incidents and investigations.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to the improvement of security processes and procedures.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in IT Security Analysis.
• Skills:
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel, Scripting KQL.
• Intermediate knowledge of iOS, Linux Red Hat, Microsoft Azure, ServiceNow, Splunk, Windows Server (2016 onwards).
• Nice-to-have: Rapid7, Stamus.

If interested in this role, please apply on this job post or contact @Rhys Howells with your CV.

Good luck with your possible application!