Security Operations Center Analyst

Job Summary

We are seeking CSOC Analyst L1 (Tier 1) professionals to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team. The role involves first-level monitoring, detection, and triage of cybersecurity incidents.

The analyst will continuously monitor security alerts, perform initial triage, and escalate validated incidents to Tier 2 analysts with proper context and supporting data.

Key Responsibilities

1. Security Monitoring & Alert Management

• Continuously monitor security alerts from multiple tools including SIEM, EDR, and monitoring systems
• Track and manage alert queues to identify potential threats

2. Incident Triage

• Perform initial analysis of alerts to determine:
• False positives
• Policy violations
• Intrusion attempts
• Security compromises
• Classify and prioritize security incidents

3. Escalation Handling

• Gather relevant logs, data, and context for incident escalation
• Escalate validated incidents to Tier 2 analysts for deeper investigation
• Ensure proper documentation of all escalated cases

4. Security Tools Monitoring

• Monitor health and performance of:
• Security sensors
• Endpoints
• Detection tools

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain incident logs and reports
• Ensure accurate documentation of alerts, actions taken, and escalation details

Technical Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of:
• Windows & UNIX/Linux operating systems
• TCP/IP (IPv4 & IPv6)
• Hands-on experience or knowledge in:
• SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight)
• EDR tools
• Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
• Firewalls & Anti-malware solutions
• Security orchestration and automated response (SOAR) concepts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, IT, Computer Science, or related field

Required Certifications

• CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst Certification)
• Incident Response Fundamentals Certification

Preferred Certifications

• SIEM certifications (Splunk / QRadar / ArcSight)
• Certifications from:
• SANS / GIAC
• ISACA
• (ISC)²

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a 24/7 SOC environment
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations