Intern - SOC Analyst L1

EC-Council; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

EC-Council in Malaysia is seeking an Intern - SOC Analyst L1 to support the Security Operations Center in monitoring and responding to cybersecurity threats. This hands-on role exposes you to SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls under supervision, with real-time alert investigations and incident response activities.

You will work with IT, engineering, and compliance teams to strengthen security measures, document incidents, and participate in security awareness training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Basic cybersecurity principles and network knowledge.
• Familiar with security tools like SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS.
• Experience with Windows/Linux OS and network protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls) to detect threats.
• Identify and analyze security incidents in real-time.
• Act as first responder coordinating with teams to contain and resolve incidents.
• Investigate alerts and perform root cause analysis.
• Document incidents, create reports and track metrics.
• Identify vulnerabilities by regular scanning and reviewing systems.
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and compliance teams to strengthen security.
• Assist in security awareness training for employees and threat updates.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies.
• Identify areas for improvement in monitoring and incident response.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Network protocols

Security tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Job description

Full-Time

Job Title: Intern - SOC Analyst L1

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EC-Council is the world's largest cyber security technical certification body. We operate in 145 countries globally and we are the owner and developer of various world-famous cyber security programs. We are proud to have trained and certified over 400,000 information security professionals globally that have influenced the cyber security mindset of countless organizations worldwide.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Intern - SOC Analyst L1 to supports the Security Operations Center (SOC) team in monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats across the organization's IT environment. This role provides hands-on exposure to security operations by assisting in real-time monitoring of security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls, investigating alerts, and supporting incident response activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor Security Systems: Continuously monitor the organization's security systems (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, etc.) to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Threat Detection and Analysis: Identify and analyze potential security breaches, unauthorized access, malware infections, and other incidents in real-time.
• Incident Response: Act as a first responder to security incidents, coordinating with relevant teams to contain, mitigate, and resolve issues efficiently.
• Alert Management: Investigate alerts generated by security tools, performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.
• Security Reporting: Document incidents, develop incident reports and track performance metrics to ensure a proactive defense posture.
• Vulnerability Assessment: Assist in identifying vulnerabilities in IT assets and applications by regularly scanning and reviewing systems.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams such as IT, engineering, and compliance to strengthen overall security measures.
• Security Awareness: Assist in training employees on security best practices and keeping them updated with new threats and preventive measures.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and internal policies regarding security and data privacy.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify areas for improvement in monitoring, incident response procedures, and security tools.
• To assist any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time by the company.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity or a related field.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, network protocols, and common security threats.
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus software, etc.
• Basic knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, etc.) and network protocols.

Additional Information

EC-Council is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We do not discriminate based on these or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

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