SOC Analyst Level 1

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive SOC Analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats across the enterprise. The role requires hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and CrowdStrike, along with strong fundamentals in security monitoring and incident response.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts using Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM)
• Perform triage, investigation, and classification of security incidents
• Investigate threats such as phishing, malware, brute force, and unauthorized access
• Monitor endpoints using CrowdStrike EDR / Microsoft Defender
• Analyze logs from cloud platforms, firewalls, WAF, servers, and applications
• Escalate critical incidents to L2/L3 teams as per SOPs
• Document incidents, findings, and actions in ticketing systems
• Follow playbooks and incident response procedures
• Maintain shift handovers and ensure operational continuity
  
  

Core Skills (Must Have)

• 2+ years of SOC experience in security monitoring and incident response
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM)
• Hands-on experience with CrowdStrike EDR (or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of security tools (SIEM, EDR, Firewalls)
• Good knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
• Understanding of Windows and Linux systems
  
  

Additional Skills (Good To Have)

• Experience with KQL (for Microsoft Sentinel)
• Basic scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Understanding of cloud security (Azure, AWS)
  
  

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a 24x7 environment
• Effective communication and documentation skills
  
  

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field
• Certifications (preferred): CEH, CompTIA Security+, Certified SOC Analyst (CSA), Microsoft SC-200

Skills Required
crowdstrike , Windows, Siem, Firewalls, Dns, EDR, Http, Azure, Linux, Aws, Python, Powershell