SOC Engineer

Job Description – SOC Administrator

Position: SOC Administrator
Education: BE/B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Certifications (Preferred): CEH / CISA / CISSP / CISM
Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled SOC Administrator to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of our Security Operations Center (SOC). The role requires expertise in threat detection, incident response, log management, and security monitoring. The SOC Administrator will be responsible for ensuring the availability, efficiency, and security of the organization’s IT infrastructure, while leading proactive measures to prevent and mitigate cyber risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage SOC infrastructure, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint security, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Monitor security events, alerts, and logs to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate and lead incident response activities, including root cause analysis and remediation.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Maintain and tune SIEM use cases, correlation rules, dashboards, and reports for enhanced visibility.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and security audits.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and Risk Management teams to strengthen security posture.
• Create and maintain SOC documentation, including playbooks, SOPs, and incident reports.
• Conduct regular threat-hunting exercises and proactive monitoring.
• Stay updated with the latest security trends, exploits, and compliance requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BE/B.Tech) in Computer Science, IT, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in SOC operations, security administration, or cybersecurity roles.
• Strong knowledge of SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR solutions, and threat intelligence platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of incident response methodologies and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.).
• Familiarity with malware analysis, phishing campaigns, and forensic investigation techniques.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle high-pressure situations.
• Preferred certifications: CEH, CISA, CISSP, or CISM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹154,904.69 - ₹780,809.76 per year

Work Location: In person