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As an IT Security Analyst in the Security Operations Center (SOC) team, your role is crucial in safeguarding the organization's digital assets and infrastructure against potential threats. With your solid cybersecurity foundation and hands-on experience in incident detection, investigation, and response, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security of the organization. **Key Responsibilities:** - Work in rotational shifts with on-call availability outside of regular hours, as required. - Administer, configure, and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices. - Manage and resolve service tickets assigned to the SOC queue promptly. - Detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents and alerts across multiple systems. - Demonstrate initiative and take ownership from incident identification through resolution. - Monitor system and security logs for suspicious activities and ensure timely remediation. - Continuously assess and enhance existing security systems and detection capabilities. - Collaborate with internal teams to report, track, and remediate vulnerabilities. - Investigate malware, phishing, and exploit activity; prioritize and escalate as necessary. - Stay updated with emerging threat vectors, TTPs, and known vulnerabilities. - Contribute to the development and refinement of SOC playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs). **Qualifications Required:** - 3+ years of proven experience in IT Security, preferably in a SOC environment. - Strong understanding of information security principles and networking fundamentals. - Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools (e.g., CrowdStrike), IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPNs, antivirus, and MFA solutions. - Familiarity with network traffic analysis, vulnerability triage, malware identification, and phishing detection. - Ability to analyze compromise indicators and security artifacts effectively. - Experience in working in high-volume, fast-paced environments. - Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, particularly under pressure. - Preferred Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CEH, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+, or equivalent. The role of an IT Security Analyst requires attention to detail, effective communication skills, strong team collaboration, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining a proactive mindset towards continuous improvement. As an IT Security Analyst in the Security Operations Center (SOC) team, your role is crucial in safeguarding the organization's digital assets and infrastructure against potential threats. With your solid cybersecurity foundation and hands-on experience in incident detection, investigation, and response, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security of the organization. **Key Responsibilities:** - Work in rotational shifts with on-call availability outside of regular hours, as required. - Administer, configure, and troubleshoot security infrastructure devices. - Manage and resolve service tickets assigned to the SOC queue promptly. - Detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents and alerts across multiple systems. - Demonstrate initiative and take ownership from incident identification through resolution. - Monitor system and security logs for suspicious activities and ensure timely remediation. - Continuously assess and enhance existing security systems and detection capabilities. - Collaborate with internal teams to report, track, and remediate vulnerabilities. - Investigate malware, phishing, and exploit activity; prioritize and escalate as necessary. - Stay updated with emerging threat vectors, TTPs, and known vulnerabilities. - Contribute to the development and refinement of SOC playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs). **Qualifications Required:** - 3+ years of proven experience in IT Security, preferably in a SOC environment. - Strong understanding of information security principles and networking fundamentals. - Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools (e.g., CrowdStrike), IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPNs, antivirus, and MFA solutions. - Familiarity with network traffic analysis, vulnerability triage, malware identification, and phishing detection. - Ability to analyze compromise indicators and security artifacts effectively. - Experience in working in high-volume, fast-paced environments. - Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, particularly under pressure. - Preferred Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CEH, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+, or equivalent. The role of an IT Security Analyst requires attention to detail, effective communication skills, strong team collaboration, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining a proactive mindset towards continuous improvement.
