Security Analyst L2 (RE) - UAE Region

Innovative Solutions SA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Solutions is seeking an experienced L2 SOC Analyst to investigate complex security alerts, lead incident responses, and mentor junior analysts. You will help enhance our detection capabilities and protect client environments from evolving threats.

Requirements include 4+ years in a SOC, deep SIEM/SOAR experience, EDR and packet analysis skills, plus strong English communication. This on-site role is based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with opportunities to improve SOC processes and security

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in a SOC environment.
• Strong knowledge of SIEM and SOAR platforms, plus EDR and network packet analysis.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications are a strong plus (e.g., CISSP, GCIA, GCIH).
• Excellent English communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and respond to escalated security alerts and incidents.
• Build and tune SIEM/SOAR use cases and detection rules.
• Threat hunt to identify hidden threats and IOCs.
• Mentor L1 analysts and improve SOC processes and security policies.

Skills

Problem-solving abilities

Strong English communication skills

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

EDR

Packet analysis

Job description

Company Overview

Innovative Solutions (IS) is a leading Cybersecurity company established in 2003, with its headquarters in Riyadh and additional offices in Al Khobar, Jeddah, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. We specialize in delivering Comprehensive Cybersecurity Solutions and Services encompassing Advisory Services, Technical Assurance, Solution Deployment, Professional Services, and Managed Security Services.

Our mission is "Delivering secure and intelligent digital services that empower organizations".

Role Brief

As an L2 SOC Analyst you will investigate complex security alerts, lead incident responses, and protect our clients from cyber threats. You will also help mentor junior analysts and improve our detection tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate & Respond: Handle escalated alerts, perform root-cause analysis, and mitigate security incidents
• Build & Tune: Create and improve SIEM/SOAR use cases and detection rules
• Threat Hunt: Actively search for hidden threats and Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)
• Mentor & Improve: Guide L1 analysts and help upgrade SOC processes and security policies

Requirements

• Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience in (SOC)
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of SIEM platforms, SOAR tools, packet analysis, and (EDR)
• Certifications: Relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+, GCIH, GCIA, or CISSP are a strong plus
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong English communication skills