SOC L1 Analyst

Isix; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

i6 is seeking proactive SOC professionals for a 24/7 global Security Operations Center. The L1 Analyst will monitor security events, perform initial triage, and support first-level incident response across client environments.

Role requires experience in SOC or cybersecurity monitoring, hands-on SIEM/EDR tools, and cloud security understanding. Shift rotations enable continuous coverage and collaboration with internal teams and clients.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in SOC or cybersecurity monitoring roles.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools: Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar or similar.
• Exposure to EDR/XDR and identity security tools such as Microsoft Defender or CrowdStrike.
• Understanding of cloud security (Azure/AWS/GCP), networking, and log analysis.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global SOC environment with a strong team mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts across endpoint, network, cloud, and identity platforms
• Perform initial triage, validation, and escalation of security incidents as per defined playbooks
• Support end-to-end incident monitoring and documentation throughout the incident lifecycle
• Utilize SIEM, EDR/XDR, email, and cloud security tools for analysis and investigation
• Coordinate with internal teams and clients for effective incident response and resolution
• Ensure adherence to SLAs, processes, and reporting standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement, threat awareness, and team knowledge sharing
• Work in rotational shifts to support 24/7 global SOC operations

Skills

SOC monitoring

Incident triage

Threat analysis

Documentation & reporting

Team collaboration

Tools

Sentinel

Splunk

QRadar

Microsoft Defender

CrowdStrike

EDR/XDR

Job description

At i6, we are looking for proactive and enthusiastic SOC professionals to join our 24×7×365 global Security Operations Center. The SOC L1 Analyst will support continuous security monitoring, incident triage, and first-level incident response across multiple client environments. This role involves working closely with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure timely detection, escalation, and documentation of security incidents while maintaining high operational and reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts across endpoint, network, cloud, and identity platforms
• Perform initial triage, validation, and escalation of security incidents as per defined playbooks
• Support end-to-end incident monitoring and documentation throughout the incident lifecycle
• Utilize SIEM, EDR/XDR, email, and cloud security tools for analysis and investigation
• Coordinate with internal teams and clients for effective incident response and resolution
• Ensure adherence to SLAs, processes, and reporting standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement, threat awareness, and team knowledge sharing
• Work in rotational shifts to support 24/7 global SOC operations

Required Skills & Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in SOC or cybersecurity monitoring roles
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar or similar)
• Exposure to EDR/XDR and identity security tools such as Microsoft Defender or CrowdStrike
• Understanding of cloud security (Azure/AWS/GCP), networking, and log analysis
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global SOC environment with a strong team mindset

Preferred: CEH, Microsoft Security/Azure certifications, or equivalent cybersecurity credentials.

Why Join Us?

We are a team of passionate cybersecurity professionals dedicated to protecting digital ecosystems. At our company, you’ll work on real-world security challenges, cutting-edge technologies, and impactful projects.

We believe in continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration. Our team thrives on solving complex problems and staying ahead of emerging threats.

i6 is a modern cybersecurity company dedicated to protecting businesses from digital threats. With expert solutions, 24/7 monitoring, and proven strategies, we secure your future in a connected world.