About the Role:

We are seeking a proactive CSOC Analyst L1 to join our Security Operations Center. As a first-line incident responder, you will be responsible for monitoring, triaging, and escalating cyber security incidents to ensure the integrity and security of our IT environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor operating systems alert queues using multiple tools such as SIEM, EDR, and custom monitoring platforms.
• Perform initial triage of security alerts to identify potential threats, false positives, policy violations, intrusion attempts, and system compromises.
• Monitor the health of operating system security sensors and endpoints to ensure optimal coverage and functionality.
• Collect and consolidate data and context from alerts to provide actionable information for Tier 2 Analysts.
• Escalate incidents to Tier 2 Analysts with all necessary data for deeper analysis and remediation.
• Maintain detailed documentation of incident triage and monitoring activities.

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of MS Windows and UNIX/Linux operating systems.
• Solid knowledge of TCP/IP (IPv4 and IPv6) networking concepts.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools, anti-malware systems, IDS/IPS, and firewalls.
• Familiarity with security orchestration, automation, and response playbooks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Required Certifications:

• CompTIA CySA+ (Cyber Security Analyst Certification) – in good standing
• Incident Response Fundamentals Certificate – in good standing

Recommended Certifications:

• SIEM Analyst/Administrator certification from industry-leading vendors.
• Optional: SANS, GIAC, ISACA, (ISC)² certificates or related security training.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a dynamic SOC team protecting critical IT infrastructure.
• Work with cutting-edge security tools and technologies.
• Gain exposure to a variety of cyber threats and incident response processes.

Experience Level: Entry-Level / L1 SOC Analyst