SOC Intern

Ontinue; Dadri; On-site; INR 167,000 - 279,000; Part time

Job summary

Ontinue is seeking a motivated SOC Intern to support security monitoring, incident detection, and threat handling within client environments. Under supervision, you will learn to analyze logs, escalate alerts, and assist with tool maintenance while gaining hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations.

This role emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and ongoing learning through training with senior analysts.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in CS, information security, cybersecurity, or related field.
• Strong interest in cybersecurity and learning about security operations, incident response, and threat detection techniques.
• Basic analytical skills to interpret security-related data and information.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with team members.
• Ability to work well within a team and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and alerts within client environments, including log analysis and investigation of potential threats.
• Assist in detection of security incidents by analyzing alerts and escalating potential threats to senior analysts.
• Assist in managing and maintaining security tools and systems used within the SOC.
• Help document security incidents, investigation findings, and remediation actions for stakeholders.
• Participate in training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing activities to enhance cybersecurity understanding.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Interest in cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Job description

The primary responsibility of a SOC intern is to meticulously monitor the client's environment, detect any security incidents or suspicious activities, and promptly respond to mitigate potential threats as well as lend leadership to the more junior members of the team.

As a SOC Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations within a dynamic and collaborative environment. Under the guidance of experienced analysts, you will support various aspects of security monitoring, incident detection, and response activities, while learning about industry-standard tools and techniques used in cybersecurity operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Monitoring Assistance: Assist in monitoring security events and alerts within client environments, including log analysis and investigation of potential threats.
• Incident Detection Support: Aid in the detection of security incidents by analysing alerts and escalating potential threats to senior analysts for further investigation.
• Tool Management Assistance: Assist in managing and maintaining security tools and systems used within the SOC, ensuring their optimal performance and effectiveness.
• Documentation and Reporting Support: Help in documenting security incidents, investigation findings, and remediation actions taken, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to stakeholders.
• Learning and Development: Actively participate in training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing activities to enhance your understanding of cybersecurity concepts and practices.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Interest in Cybersecurity: Strong interest in cybersecurity and a desire to learn about security operations, incident response, and threat detection techniques.
• Analytical Skills: Basic analytical skills with the ability to analyse and interpret security-related data and information.
• Communication Skills: Good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with team members.
• Team Player: Ability to work well within a team environment, follow instructions, and contribute positively to team goals and objectives.