Senior Associate - SOC Analyst

Inviting applications for the role of  Senior Associate - SOC Analyst
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating processes related to identifying, evaluating, prioritizing, and mitigating security vulnerabilities across the environment. As a frontline defender, you will engage in initial alert monitoring, triage, and determine whether further investigation is warranted. You will play a critical role in detecting and responding to potential security incidents in real time.

Responsibilities

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Continuously monitor security alerts from intrusion detection systems (IDS), firewalls, antivirus software, and advanced platforms such as Microsoft Defender and Zscaler.
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Review new alerts and categorize them into events that can be resolved at the L1 level or require escalation to higher tiers.
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Assist in the initial response to security incidents by following predefined procedures, leveraging tools such as Phish

ER for phishing detection and Service Now for incident management workflows.
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Conduct malware and phishing investigations using

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Falcon Sandbox and coordinate vulnerability assessments with Rapid
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Maintain accurate records of all activities related to incident detection, triage, and response
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Work closely with SOC team members to ensure effective communication and coordination during incident handling.

Qualifications we seek in you!

Minimum Qualifications
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Solid understanding of defensive security principles and SOC operations.
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Ability to analyze logs from diverse sources (firewalls, IDS, endpoint tools) to identify potential threats.
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Knowledge of network-based threat detection techniques and traffic analysis.
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Familiarity with host-based detection methods and endpoint security solutions.
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Hands-on experience with Phish

ER, Zscaler
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Service Now, Microsoft Defender, Falcon Sandbox, and Rapid
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Preferred Qualifications / Skills
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Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
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Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent.
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Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.