SOC Analyst (L1)

Job Title

Title: SOC Analyst (L1)

Location: Bangalore

Shift: Rotational

The SOC Level 1 Analyst is an entry-level position responsible for initial security incident triage, investigation, basic resolution, or escalation to Level 2 analysts. This role provides an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain foundational cybersecurity experience within a dynamic, 24/7 operational environment. Ideal candidates should have a basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and a willingness to learn and develop their technical skills further.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial security incident triage by analyzing alerts generated by SIEM tools (Splunk/QRadar) and other security technologies (Microsoft EDR,MDO,XDR), and Cloud Security Solutions (Azure, AWS, GCP)

• Perform preliminary investigations and basic remediation tasks as per SOC operational procedures.

• Accurately document all incident details and actions taken in SOC ticketing systems (ServiceNow).

• Escalate incidents requiring advanced analysis promptly and clearly to Level 2 analysts.

• Regularly update incident status and maintain detailed shift logs and reports.

• Follow established processes to ensure effective incident response and reporting.

• Collaborate effectively with team members and Level 2/3 analysts during shift handovers.

• Participate in training and continuous learning activities provided by the organization.

Technical & Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or equivalent

• 2-3 years of experience or education in cybersecurity, IT, or related field preferred.

• Basic understanding of security operations, threat detection, and incident response processes.

• Familiarity with SOC technoligies desirable but not required.

• General knowledge of network fundamentals, such as TCP/IP, DNS, and common network services.

• Ability and willingness to work in shift rotations, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, GCIH, or equivalent) welcomed but not mandatory.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong interest in cybersecurity with a proactive approach to learning.

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to follow processes rigorously and accurately document findings.

• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and commitment to team success.

How we work together
We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week.Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company's facilities.Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company's main facilities, generally at the customers or suppliers locations.Indicate if this role is an office/field/onsite role.

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