Junior SOC Analyst - Remote

Overview

A SOC analyst’s main objective is to identify, investigate, and escalate alerts and events to safeguard sensitive information from unauthorized access or harm caused by cybercriminals or malicious insiders. SOC Analysts monitor an organization’s infrastructure to identify potential threats, review events within the security stack, pinpoint vulnerabilities, and escalating incidents, and advise or deploy mitigation tactics.

In Short

• Provide security monitoring and incident response of cyber security events.
• Monitor and analyze logs and alerts to identify actionable security incidents.
• Provide proactive “threat hunting” to detect incidents.
• Provide Incident Response support when analysis confirms actionable incident.
• Respond to SOC cyber security tickets sent or replied to by partners.
• Investigate, document, and report on SOC tickets to ensure timeliness, uniformity, and compliance with documented processes and procedures.
• Escalate issues or tickets as necessary by following documented procedures or verbally relayed communication.
• Stay up to date on the latest emerging threats and tactics.

Requirements

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Experience with security monitoring tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with incident response processes.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH) are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Flexible working hours.
• Remote work options.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
• Supportive team culture.
• Health and wellness programs.