Senior Security Analyst

Role: Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Department: Information Security / Cybersecurity / SOC

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Job Summary:

Senior Cyber Security Analyst – Incident Responder

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead cyber security incident investigations from detection through resolution.
• Analyses and respond to alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and other security tools.
• Perform root cause analysis and forensic investigations (host, network, and memory).
• Develop incident response playbooks and lead tabletop exercises.
• Collaborate with IT, legal, compliance, and other stakeholders during incident response.
• Provide detailed documentation and reporting of incidents, including lessons learned.
• Maintain and enhance incident response and forensic capabilities.
• Monitor threat intelligence feeds and assess risks relevant to the organization.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the development of team capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in a security operation, incident response, or threat hunting role.
• Strong understanding of security technologies: SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, firewalls, etc.
• Proficiency with incident response tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Volatility, Wireshark).
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework, NIST 800-61, and other industry standards.
• Experience handling APTs, ransomware, phishing, and insider threats.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to convey complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications and Certifications:

• Relevant certifications such as

  GCIA, GCIH, GNFA, GCFA, CISSP, or CISM

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• Experience in cloud security incident response (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation and analysis.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and threat hunting practices.