SOC Analyst

Talents Tide; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship program

Competitive salary

Development path

Job summary

Talents Tide in Abu Dhabi is seeking a SOC Analyst to join a national cybersecurity team. UAE National status is mandatory and fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, with comprehensive training provided.

You will monitor security events, triage incidents, assist in threat analysis, and help develop SOC playbooks while collaborating with internal teams to strengthen defenses. This is an excellent entry path in a growing UAE cybersecurity ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related field is required.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply and train locally.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security events from SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other tools.
• Perform incident triage and escalate as needed.
• Assist in threat analysis and response coordination.
• Maintain logs, reports, and documentation.
• Support SOC workflows and playbooks development.
• Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen cybersecurity posture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Strong communication

Fresh graduates welcome

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Information Security/CS

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Job description

Job Title: SOC Analyst
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Cybersecurity
Client: Confidential (Leading Cybersecurity Firm Abu Dhabi)

Job Overview

On behalf of our client, a leading cybersecurity company in Abu Dhabi, we are hiring a SOC Analyst to join their Security Operations Center team. This is an excellent opportunity for Emirati professionals, including fresh graduates, to contribute to national cybersecurity initiatives and receive hands-on experience in a high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security events from SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security tools.
• Perform incident triage, identify potential threats, and escalat as needed.
• Assist in threat analysis and response coordination.
• Maintain accurate and detailed logs, reports, and documentation.
• Support in the development and improvement of SOC workflows and playbooks.
• Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen cybersecurity posture.

Requirements

• UAE National (Emirati citizenship is mandatory)
• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• Fresh graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical thinking and passion for cybersecurity.
• Basic understanding of cyber threats, incident response, and network protocols.
• Familiarity with security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS) is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

What the Role Offers

• A chance to start or grow your career in a national-level cybersecurity environment.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship, especially for recent graduates.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Clear development path within a growing SOC team.
• Opportunity to contribute to UAEs digital defense initiatives.