Position Overview We are seeking a motivated SOC Analyst (L1) to join our remote Security Operations Center team. The SOC Analyst (L1) will be the first line of defense in monitoring, detecting, triaging, and escalating cybersecurity incidents. This role is ideal for candidates with foundational cybersecurity knowledge, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a 24/7 shift environment. Key Responsibilities Monitor SIEM/EDR tools for security alerts, suspicious activity, and potential threats. Perform initial triage of security events and classify alerts based on severity and impact. Escalate confirmed or high-priority incidents to SOC L2/L3 teams. Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for alert handling and incident escalation. Document findings, actions taken, and escalate detailed cases in ticketing systems (e.g., ServiceNow, JIRA). Support containment efforts under guidance from senior analysts. Correlate alerts with known threat indicators (IP addresses, domains, hashes). Conduct basic threat hunting using logs and available threat intelligence sources. Ensure timely acknowledgment and resolution/escalation of alerts. Participate in daily shift handovers and reporting. Maintain awareness of emerging threats and vulnerabilities. Requirements Education & Certifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience. Security certifications are a plus: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, Microsoft SC-200, Splunk/QRadar/Arcsight fundamentals, or equivalent. Skills & Experience 1-3 years of experience in IT Security, SOC, or related field. Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., QRadar, Splunk, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, etc.). Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, VPN, firewalls). Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals (malware types, phishing, brute force, MITRE ATT&CK basics). Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work 24/7 shifts in a remote environment. Nice to Have Exposure to incident response processes. Hands-on lab or training experience with security monitoring tools. Knowledge of scripting (Python, PowerShell) for automation. What We Offer Fully remote work environment with flexible shifts. Training and mentorship from senior SOC analysts. Career progression opportunities (SOC L2/L3, Incident Response, Threat Hunting). Competitive salary and benefits package.
Key Skills 1. Monitor VMware vSphere and VxRail clusters for performance, health, and availability. 2. Perform first-level troubleshooting on virtual machines, hosts, and storage alerts. 3. Execute standard operational tasks such as VM provisioning, snapshots, and basic resource adjustments. 4. Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers with basic OS-level checks, Pacemaker cluster, log reviews, and routine maintenance. 5. Disk expansion of RHEL and other VMs on the vSphere cluster. 6. Good understanding of LVM and disk management. 7. Good understanding of networking and bonding or teaming 8. Good understanding of DNS. 9. Open ticket with DellEMC as and when required. 10. Coordinate with Dell Team for Vxrail upgrade. 11. Perform routine monitoring of VM backups and verify that snapshots are removed in a timely manner. 12. Escalate incidents to L2/L3 teams when required. 13. Apply standard patches and updates under guidance from senior engineers. 14. Maintain accurate records of incidents, changes, and configuration updates in the ticketing system. 15. Follow change management and incident management processes and maintain the record. Experience 1. 1 - 2 years of experience in IT infrastructure support or system administration(Redhat and Vmware). 2. Basic working knowledge of VMware vSphere administration (VM creation, host monitoring, resource usage checks). 3. Exposure to Dell EMC VxRail or other hyperconverged platforms. 4. Understanding of Red Hat Enterprise Linux fundamentals (user management, file permissions, service status checks, Log monitoring, Diks space management). 5. Strong troubleshooting mindset with good communication skills. Required Skills 1. Hands-on experience with Redhat Linux, vCenter and ESXi. 2. RHCE or Minimum RHCSA certification is a plus. 3. Knowledge of basic network troubleshooting. 4. Exposure to storage concepts and networking.