SOC Analyst

Job Description

Role & responsibilities [CEH certification is prefferred] Monitor and analyze logs and alerts from a variety of different technologies across multiple platforms in order to identify and mitigate security incidents affecting the enterprise. This includes analysis of logs from: IDS/IPS. Firewall. Proxies. Anti-virus and end-point protection. Servers and workstations. Cloud security technologies and devices. Assess the security impact of security alerts and traffic anomalies to identify malicious activities and take mitigating actions or escalates up to senior members of the team as appropriate. Leverage fundamental understanding of Operating Systems (Windows, Unix/Linux,) in support of identifying security incidents and to have a proper overview of risk profile. Execute analysis of email based threats to include understanding of email communications, platforms, headers, transactions, and identification of malicious tactics, techniques, and procedures. Follow escalation and handoff procedures to team members and leadership based on defined threat and priority determination. Utilize a variety of security tools and technologies to analyze potential threats to determine impact, scope, and recovery. Leverage network security tools and capabilities to support Cyber Threat Monitoring activities. Document results of cyber threat analysis effectively and prepares comprehensive handoff and/or escalation for Incident Reponses or other teams within the TMC. Support in writing technical articles for knowledge sharing within the team, when necessary. Preferred candidate profile & Skills Required B.Tech (Any specialization) Knowledge of Networking protocols and technologies, e.g. TCP/IP, Firewalls, Routers, etc. Knowledge of Security principles, techniques and technologies Knowledge of Ethical hacking Knowledge of SIEM tools is good Experience with Vulnerability scanners Analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple tasks Basic knowledge of IT technologies, ideally related to Security Basic knowledge of Windows server and Unix/Linux operating systems Proficiency in written and spoken English Willingness to learn and improve Perks and benefits On par with industry standard