Senior SOC Analyst

Zscaler; India; Remote; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Various health plans

Time off plans for vacation and sick

Parental leave options

Retirement options

Education reimbursement

In-office perks, and more!

Job summary

Zscaler, a NASDAQ-listed cybersecurity leader, is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst for a remote role reporting to the Global SOC Manager. You will monitor, detect, and analyze security incidents to protect digital assets and serve as the first line of defense.

You will work with AI/ML-enabled security tools, respond to incidents, conduct phishing analysis, and collaborate with a high-trust, growth-minded team to strengthen defenses across our globally distributed platform.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging AI-driven security solutions.
• 3+ years of experience in a Security Operations Centre.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with security technologies, including SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewall, and antivirus tools like Chronicle, CrowdStrike Falcon.
• Familiarity with computer networks, various operating systems, and endpoint fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Detect and analyze security incidents using multiple security tools.
• Respond to security incidents promptly, following established procedures and protocols.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security events to determine the scope and impact of potential threats.
• Perform phishing incident analysis.

Skills

AI/ML security

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Cybersecurity/IT

Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM

Tools

Chronicle

CrowdStrike Falcon

Job description

Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) accelerates digital transformation so customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location. Distributed across 160+ public exchanges globally and thousands of private exchanges at the edge, the SASE-based Zero Trust Exchange is the world’s largest in-line cloud security platform.

We believe the future of work is Human + AI and are building an AI-native enterprise where human potential is amplified by machine intelligence to solve the world’s hardest security challenges. Driven by deep customer obsession, we are committed to the mission, outcome, and to each other. We bring these commitments to life through three core behaviors: ownership and collaboration, trust through outcomes and impact, and a challenge culture with ongoing feedback. Ready to make an impact at the company pioneering security transformation in the AI era? Join us at Zscaler.

Role

We are looking for a Senior SOC Analyst to join our team. This is a remote role, reporting to the Global SOC Manager in the Enterprise Security department. As a key guardian of our infrastructure, you will monitor, detect, and analyze security incidents to protect our digital assets. You will be the first line of defense, ensuring that potential threats are mitigated promptly and effectively to maintain a secure environment.

What You'll Do (Role Expectations)

• Monitor security alerts and events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities
• Detect and analyze security incidents using multiple security tools
• Respond to security incidents promptly, following established procedures and protocols
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security events to determine the scope and impact of potential threats
• Perform phishing incident analysis

Who You Are (Success Profile)

• You thrive in ambiguity. You're comfortable building the path as you walk it. You thrive in a dynamic environment, seeing ambiguity not as a hindrance, but as the raw material to build something meaningful.
• You act like an owner. Your passion for the mission fuels your bias for action. You operate with integrity because you genuinely care about the outcome. True ownership involves leveraging dynamic range: the ability to navigate seamlessly between high-level strategy and hands-on execution.
• You are a problem-solver. You love running towards the challenges because you are laser-focused on finding the solution, knowing that solving the hard problems delivers the biggest impact.
• You are a high-trust collaborator. You are ambitious for the team, not just yourself. You embrace our challenge culture by giving and receiving ongoing feedback—knowing that candor delivered with clarity and respect is the truest form of teamwork and the fastest way to earn trust.
• You are a learner. You have a true growth mindset and are obsessed with your own development, actively seeking feedback to become a better partner and a stronger teammate. You love what you do and you do it with purpose.

What We're Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

• Foundational understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain
• 3+ years of experience in a Security Operations Centre
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
• Familiarity with security technologies, including SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewall, and antivirus tools like Chronicle, Crowdstrike Falcon
• Familiarity with computer networks, various operating systems, and endpoint fundamentals

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience leveraging AI-driven anomaly detection tools, LLM-assisted threat hunting, or managing security risks associated with AI/ML infrastructure deployments
• Scripting or programming experience in at least one language such as Python, PowerShell, C, C#, or Java
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM

At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Benefits

• Various health plans
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursement
• In-office perks, and more!

Learn more about Zscaler's hybrid working model and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

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