SOC Analyst L2

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and skilled SOC Analyst – Level 2 to manage the Security Operations Centre. As a SOC Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in managing the end-to-end life cycle of managed SOC. Your expertise will drive efficiency, enhance productivity, and transform processes across our organization.

As a SOC Analyst Level 2, you will be the first line of defense in our Security Operations Center (SOC) with the Level 1 team. You will monitor, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents using a variety of tools and technologies. This position offers hands-on experience with industry-standard and open-source SOC tools, making it a perfect opportunity to grow your career in cybersecurity.

. This role requires strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of security tools, and a proactive approach to threat detection and mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Perform in-depth analysis of security incidents, including root cause analysis and incident remediation.

- Respond to escalated security alerts and incidents, providing expertise in incident response.

- Manage and coordinate security incidents, from detection to resolution, in collaboration with relevant teams.

- Develop and improve SOC procedures, playbooks, and incident response workflows.

- Mentor and assist L1 analysts in triaging security events and identifying false positives.

- Conduct threat hunting activities to proactively identify vulnerabilities or malicious behavior.

- Utilize both commercial and open-source tools to monitor and secure the organization’s network and systems.

- Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to correlate threat data with security incidents.

- Report and document incidents with clear, actionable insights to reduce future risk.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.

- 3+ years of experience in a SOC or security-focused role.

- Expertise in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

- Strong understanding of network protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.

- Advanced knowledge of incident response, threat analysis, and vulnerability management.

- Experience in log analysis, forensic investigations, and malware analysis.

- Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001) and compliance standards.

- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

- Ability to work in a 24/7 shift environment when needed.

Good to Have:

- Experience with open-source SOC tools such as:

- Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation and custom tooling.

- Knowledge of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions.

- Certifications like GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or CompTIA CySA+.

Why Join Us?

- Work with cutting-edge open-source and commercial cybersecurity tools.

- Take on leadership roles within a growing SOC team.

- Opportunity for continuous professional development and certification support.

- A dynamic work environment with exposure to a variety of security challenges.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Noida, Uttar Pradesh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Cybersecurity: 2 years (Required)
• SoC: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person