SOC Analyst

Oxydata & TechTalent; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Oxydata Software Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced SOC Analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats across the organisation in Kuala Lumpur. The role is contract-based and onsite, with responsibilities spanning log analysis, threat hunting, incident triage and remediation collaboration with IT and external teams.

The ideal candidate has 6 months to 2 years in SOC operations, solid knowledge of SIEM tools, and scripting basics.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related field.
• 6 months to 2 years in SOC operations, monitoring or incident response.
• Knowledge of network, endpoint, cloud and identity security.
• Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Sentinel or QRadar.
• Familiarity with IDS/IPS, EDR, Windows, Linux, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Basic scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Python or Bash.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse security alerts, logs and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls and EDR.
• Identify and investigate threats such as malware, phishing, unauthorized access and insider risks.
• Triage and respond to security incidents, assessing scope, severity and impact.
• Contain threats by isolating affected systems, blocking malicious activity and supporting remediation.
• Support digital forensic investigations and identify Indicators of Compromise (IoCs).
• Conduct threat-hunting using behavioural analysis and threat intelligence.
• Escalate incidents and collaborate with IT, infrastructure and external teams for resolution.
• Fine-tune SIEM rules and alerts to improve detection and reduce false positives.
• Maintain incident records, prepare reports and assist with security audits.

Skills

SIEM Expertise

Threat Detection

Incident Response

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Cybersecurity/IT/CS degree

Tools

Splunk

Microsoft Sentinel

QRadar

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Job description

Employment type: Contract

Oxydata Software Sdn Bhd established since 2012, helping regional enterprises drive digital transformation through Agentic AI Services, AI Automation & Integration, Data Engineering, AI Training, and IT Managed Services. We are a lean, high-impact team where engineers work directly on cutting-edge AI products serving enterprise clients across Malaysia and the region.

We are seeking an experienced SOC Analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats, ensuring the protection of critical assets across the organisation.

SOC Analyst

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Work Mode: Onsite

Employment type: Contract

Oxydata Software Sdn Bhd established since 2012, helping regional enterprises drive digital transformation through Agentic AI Services, AI Automation & Integration, Data Engineering, AI Training, and IT Managed Services. We are a lean, high-impact team where engineers work directly on cutting-edge AI products serving enterprise clients across Malaysia and the region.

We are seeking an experienced SOC Analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats, ensuring the protection of critical assets across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse security alerts, logs, and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, EDR, and other security tools.
• Identify and investigate potential threats such as malware, phishing, unauthorised access, and insider risks.
• Triage and respond to security incidents, assessing their scope, severity, and impact.
• Contain threats by isolating affected systems, blocking malicious activity, and supporting remediation efforts.
• Support digital forensic investigations and identify Indicators of Compromise (IoCs).
• Conduct threat-hunting activities using behavioural analysis and threat intelligence.
• Escalate critical incidents and collaborate with IT, infrastructure, and external teams for resolution.
• Fine-tune SIEM rules and alerts to enhance detection capabilities and reduce false positives.
• Maintain incident records, prepare reports, and assist with security audits and compliance requirements.

Requirements

Must-have:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 months to 2 years of relevant experience in SOC operations, cybersecurity monitoring, incident response, or a related role.
• Knowledge of network, endpoint, cloud, and identity security.
• Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or QRadar.
• Familiarity with IDS/IPS, EDR tools, Windows, Linux, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Basic scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Strong analytical, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have:

• CompTIA Security+ or CySA+ certification.
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification.
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certification.
• Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200) certification.

Why Join Us

• Directly impact the security and resilience of the organisation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and exposure to the latest cybersecurity technologies.
• Potential for contract extension or conversion to a permanent role.
• Collaborative environment that values expertise and commitment to cybersecurity excellence.