Cyber Security Operations Analyst

Zalaris; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

International exposure

Hands-on security tools

Continuous learning

Collaborative environment

Career growth

Job summary

Zalaris invites a Cyber Security Operations Analyst L2 to join our SOC in Chennai. You will monitor security events, investigate incidents, and respond within SLAs, collaborating with senior security specialists to bolster our enterprise security.

You should have at least 2 years in cyber security operations, hands-on SIEM (Splunk/ELK/Microsoft Sentinel), EDR experience (Microsoft Defender), and knowledge of cloud security (Azure/AWS).

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Cyber Security Operations, SOC, Incident Response, or related security role.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 SOC environment.
• Hands-on incident investigation and response in a large enterprise environment.
• Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, ELK, Microsoft Sentinel).
• Experience with EDR solutions, preferably Microsoft Defender.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 Security technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud security concepts and Azure/AWS.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and alerts using security monitoring platforms and SIEM tools.
• Investigate and analyze security incidents, alerts, and suspicious activities.
• Respond to incidents and ensure timely resolution within defined SLAs.
• Escalate complex incidents to senior security analysts and shift leads.
• Track incidents through their full lifecycle and document them properly.
• Assist L2 and L3 security teams with investigations and incident response activities.
• Support threat detection and vulnerability assessment activities.
• Contribute to security awareness and best practices.

Skills

SIEM tools

EDR

Cloud security

MITRE ATT&CK

Incident response

24/7 SOC

Threat detection

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/IT/Cyber Security

Tools

Microsoft Defender

Splunk

ELK

Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

Job Description:

Role Summary

At Zalaris, we simplify HR and payroll administration for organisations across Europe. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a Cyber Security Operations Analyst L2 to strengthen our Security Operations Centre (SOC) and help safeguard our systems, data, and customers.

In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and responding to security events and incidents across our enterprise environment. You will work closely with senior security specialists and IT teams to identify threats, analyse risks, and contribute to a robust security posture.

Your Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and alerts using security monitoring platforms and SIEM tools
• Investigate and analyse security incidents, alerts, and suspicious activities
• Respond to incidents and ensure timely resolution within defined SLAs
• Escalate complex or non-standard incidents to senior security analysts and shift leads
• Track incidents through their full lifecycle and ensure proper documentation
• Assist L2 and L3 security teams with investigations and incident response activities
• Support threat detection and vulnerability assessment activities
• Contribute to security awareness and provide guidance on cyber security best practices
• Follow established security procedures, playbooks, and operational processes

What we're looking for

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Cyber Security Operations, SOC, Incident Response, or a related security role
• Ability to work in a 24/7 SOC environment
• Hands-on experience with incident investigation and response in a large enterprise environment
• Experience working with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, ELK, or Microsoft Sentinel
• Experience with Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions, preferably Microsoft Defender
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 Security technologies
• Good understanding of cloud security concepts and platforms such as Microsoft Azure and AWS
• Knowledge of cyber threats, attack techniques, threat actors, Indicators of Compromise (IOC), and Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTP)
• Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field

Nice to have

• CEH, CompTIA Security+, CCNA Security, or similar security certifications
• Experience with digital forensics and threat hunting
• Exposure to security automation and orchestration tools
• Understanding of emerging cyber security risks, including AI-related threats

What we offer

• Competitive compensation with local benefits
• Opportunity to work in an international organisation supporting customers across Europe
• Hands-on work with modern security tools and technologies
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• A collaborative, supportive, and international work environment
• Long-term career growth within a stable and growing organization
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the security of a growing international business

Ready to become part of our team? Join us at Zalaris and be a part of a vibrant, collaborative community of Tech HR and payroll experts dedicated to grow and innovate. #team Zalaris