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Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

ConfidentialDelhi
30+ days ago
Job description

We are seeking a proactive and skilled SOC Analyst with 4 to 5 years of experience in monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents. The ideal candidate will be responsible for handling day-to-day security alerts, ensuring adherence to security policies, and helping improve the overall security posture of the organization.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Monitor and analyze logs, alerts, and security events using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, IBM QRadar, ArcSight, or Microsoft Sentinel).
  • Detect and respond to security incidents such as phishing, malware infections, privilege escalation, and data exfiltration.
  • Perform initial triage, investigation, and escalation of potential threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Conduct incident response , including containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis.
  • Work with other IT / security teams to investigate security breaches and identify root causes.
  • Develop and maintain incident response documentation , standard operating procedures (SOPs), and knowledge base articles.
  • Assist in threat hunting and proactive detection of advanced persistent threats (APT).
  • Analyze threat intelligence feeds and correlate data with internal telemetry.
  • Participate in vulnerability management by reviewing scan results and recommending remediations.
  • Stay up-to-date with evolving threat landscapes and recommend improvements to detection and response capabilities.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

  • 4–5 years of hands-on experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or equivalent cybersecurity role.
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows / Linux) , and security tools.
  • Experience working with SIEM platforms , endpoint detection tools, and forensic analysis tools.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001).
  • Familiarity with log analysis , packet capture tools (Wireshark) , and threat intelligence platforms .
  • Good communication skills and ability to document technical information clearly.
  • Ability to work in a 24 / 7 or rotating shift environment (if required).
  • Preferred Skills (Good to Have) :

  • Experience with cloud security monitoring (e.g., AWS, Azure Security Center).
  • Familiarity with SOAR tools and automated response workflows .
  • Relevant certifications such as :
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
  • GIAC (GCIH, GCIA)
  • Splunk Certified User / Analyst
  • Scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash) for automating SOC tasks.
  • Skills Required

    Python, Bash, gcih, gcia , Aws, Azure

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