Security Consultant - SOC Analyst L2

Job Description

Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Your Role And Responsibilities Your Role and Responsibilities Responsibilities A SOC Analyst plays a crucial role in cybersecurity, focusing on incident response, threat analysis, and security monitoring. Here’s a general job description: Monitor and analyze security alerts from various sources. Investigate suspicious activities and security incidents. Coordinate and escalate incidents to appropriate teams. Perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions to mitigate risks. Collaborate with Level 1 analysts to enhance detection capabilities. Maintain and update incident response playbooks. Prepare reports and documentation of security incidents. Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends and threats. Assist in threat hunting to identify vulnerabilities. Preferred Education Master's Degree Required Technical And Professional Expertise Required Professional and Technical Expertise* Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field. 2-3 years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC). Certifications like CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ (preferred). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Experience with incident detection and response. SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar). Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) & Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). Firewall & VPN technologies. Threat intelligence platforms. Endpoint detection & response tools. Network security protocols. Incident response techniques. Preferred Technical And Professional Experience Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise Scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash). Understanding of malware analysis & forensics. Show more Show less