SOC Analyst L1

Altisec Technologies; Pune District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity solutions provider is looking for a motivated SOC Analyst with at least 1 year of experience to enhance their Security Operations Center (SOC). The candidate will monitor security alerts, respond to incidents, and analyze logs to identify threats, ensuring a security-conscious environment. Strong analytical skills, familiarity with security tools, and excellent communication abilities are essential for success in this role. Join our team in Pune District, India, to make a difference in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar role.
• Familiarity with networking protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security tools and systems for alerts.
• Detect and respond to security incidents.
• Analyze logs for security breaches.
• Assist in vulnerability management activities.
• Document and prepare incident reports.

Skills

Experience with SIEM platforms

Knowledge of firewalls

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in analyzing security logs

Analyzing security logs

Tools

EDR platforms

XDR platforms

Incident management tools

Job description

Altisec Technologies Pvt. Ltd | Full time

AltiSec is a provider of end-to-end cyber security solutions focused on the Indian and EMEA markets. We help clients plan, build and run successful Threat Aware Cyber Security Programs that achieve business objectives through our depth and breadth of cyber security offerings, extensive capabilities and proven expertise in cyber security strategy, threat management and incident response, training security consulting, and security technology.
AltiSec has served clients of various sizes across multiple industries, offers an extensive geographic footprint, and has premium partnerships with more than 20 of the leading security product manufacturers.

Job Description

Job Summary: We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst with at least 1 year of experience to join our growing Security Operations Center (SOC) team. As a SOC Analyst, you will play a crucial role in monitoring and protecting the organization's IT infrastructure and data from cyber threats. You will work closely with other security professionals to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner, ensuring a secure environment for the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor Security Alerts: Actively monitor security tools and systems, such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), EDR, XDR.
• Incident Detection & Response: Detect, triage, and respond to security incidents, ensuring proper escalation and documentation of incidents as needed.
• Threat Intelligence: Leverage threat intelligence platforms to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities. Collaborate with internal teams to implement appropriate defensive measures.
• Log Analysis: Analyze and correlate logs from various security systems and network devices to identify patterns and potential security breaches.
• Vulnerability Management: Assist in vulnerability assessment activities, including regular scanning and analysis of systems, applications, and networks.
• Incident Reporting: Document and maintain incident records, preparing incident reports and post-mortems when necessary.
• Collaboration & Escalation: Work closely with other internal teams (IT, Network Security, and Risk Management) to resolve security incidents. Escalate issues to senior analysts and management as necessary.
• Continuous Learning: Stay up to date with the latest security trends, threats, and technologies. Participate in training and development to enhance knowledge and skills.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or in a similar role related to cybersecurity.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with SIEM, EDR, XDR platforms.
• Knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus, and endpoint protection tools.
• Familiarity with incident management tools.
• Basic understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, etc.).
• Experience in analyzing security logs and identifying anomalies.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) to effectively document and communicate findings.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.