SOC Analyst – Level 1

Soffit Infrastructure Services (P) Ltd; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services firm in Gurugram, Haryana is seeking a proactive SOC Analyst to monitor and respond to security threats across its enterprise. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in SOC operations, with hands-on knowledge of security tools, particularly Microsoft Sentinel and CrowdStrike. Responsibilities include analyzing security alerts, investigating incidents, and ensuring operational continuity. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this 24x7 environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of SOC experience in security monitoring and incident response.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and CrowdStrike EDR.
• Strong understanding of security tools such as SIEM and EDR.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts using Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM).
• Perform triage, investigation, and classification of security incidents.
• Investigate threats like phishing, malware, and unauthorized access.

Skills

SOC experience

Microsoft Sentinel

CrowdStrike EDR

Networking fundamentals

Windows systems

Linux systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Certifications (CEH, CompTIA Security+, CSA, Microsoft SC-200)

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

CrowdStrike EDR

KQL

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive SOC Analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats across the enterprise. The role requires hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel and CrowdStrike, along with strong fundamentals in security monitoring and incident response.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts using Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM)
• Perform triage, investigation, and classification of security incidents
• Investigate threats such as phishing, malware, brute force, and unauthorized access
• Monitor endpoints using CrowdStrike EDR / Microsoft Defender
• Analyze logs from cloud platforms, firewalls, WAF, servers, and applications
• Escalate critical incidents to L2/L3 teams as per SOPs
• Document incidents, findings, and actions in ticketing systems
• Follow playbooks and incident response procedures
• Maintain shift handovers and ensure operational continuity

Core Skills (Must Have)

• 2+ years of SOC experience in security monitoring and incident response
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM)
• Hands-on experience with CrowdStrike EDR (or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of security tools (SIEM, EDR, Firewalls)
• Good knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
• Understanding of Windows and Linux systems

Additional Skills (Good To Have)

• Experience with KQL (for Microsoft Sentinel)
• Basic scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Understanding of cloud security (Azure, AWS)

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a 24x7 environment
• Effective communication and documentation skills

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT or related field
• Certifications (preferred): CEH, CompTIA Security+, Certified SOC Analyst (CSA), Microsoft SC-200