Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our dynamic team. You will play a critical role in safeguarding our organization's information assets by monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats.

Roles and Responsibilities:

         Monitor security events and alerts generated by SIEM tools and other security systems.

         Conduct in-depth investigations of security incidents to identify root causes and potential threats.

         Respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner, following established incident response procedures.

         Develop and maintain SOC rules, playbooks, and procedures.

         Analyze security trends and identify potential vulnerabilities.

         Collaborate with other security teams to improve overall security posture.

         Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats and trends.

Relevant Skills and Experience:

         5-7 years of experience in security operations, incident response, or a related field.

         Strong understanding of security concepts, principles, and best practices.

         Proficiency in using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight).

         Experience in developing and maintaining SOC rules, playbooks, and procedures.

         Knowledge of common security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.

         Experience with network and system security tools (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus).

         Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).

         Experience with cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

Qualifications:

         Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

         Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH).

         Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

         Ability to work independently and as part of a team.\

Additional Skills (Preferred):

         Experience with threat intelligence platforms.

         Experience with digital forensics.

         Experience with security incident response frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).