SOC L1 Analyst

TechLab Security; Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Malaysia is looking for individuals passionate about security monitoring and incident response. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related fields and can demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, especially those proficient in SIEM platforms and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment. Join us for opportunities in a friendly workplace that values teamwork and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Card

Birthday Leave

Team Building

Sport Activities

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply, especially those with strong academic projects or internships.
• Exposure to endpoint detection, response (EDR/XDR), IDS/IPS, and basic malware analysis is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SIEM alerts and security logs.
• Investigate and triage security incidents.
• Work with SOC teams to enrich context around threats.
• Participate in SOC reviews and post-incident analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Technology

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

IBM QRadar

Splunk

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Security Monitoring & Incident Response
  • Monitor SIEM alerts and security logs to identify potential threats and suspicious activity.
  • Investigate and triage security incidents, escalating critical events to Level 2 or 3 analysts.
  • Support root cause analysis and help implement corrective actions.
  • Assist in proactive threat hunting to uncover hidden threats.
  • Maintain detailed incident documentation and reporting.
• Collaboration & Support
  • Work closely with SOC L2, Incident Response, and Threat Intelligence teams to enrich context around threats.
  • Generate actionable reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Maintain internal documentation and contribute to knowledge base growth.
• Audit & Continuous Improvement
  • Participate in regular SOC reviews, post-incident analysis, and service improvement initiatives.
  • Help assess detection gaps and suggest improvements to security visibility and response.
  • Track SOC metrics and contribute to performance evaluations.
• Availability & Responsiveness
  • Willing to work on rotational shifts to support 24x7 SOC operations.
  • Available to assist during critical security incidents outside of office hours.
  • Proactively contribute to team success, including supporting tasks beyond assigned responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• Educational Background
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply – especially those with strong academic projects, internships, or certifications in cybersecurity.
• Technical Skills
  • Familiarity with SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, or Splunk.
  • Exposure to endpoint detection & response (EDR/XDR), IDS/IPS, and basic malware analysis.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Kill Chain, Diamond Model.
  • Understanding of incident response procedures and threat classification.
• Soft Skills
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  • Clear communication skills for technical and business audiences.
  • Ability to work well independently and within a team under pressure.
  • Passion for cybersecurity and continuous learning.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA CySA+, CEH v11/v12, or equivalent.
• Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, or Google Chronicle SIEM certifications.

Why join us

• Career growth opportunities
• Friendly work environment

Benefits

Medical Card, Birthday Leave, Team Building, Sport Activities and many more!

We’re a growing team that values teamwork, learning, and respect. If you’re eager to improve and try new things, we’d love to meet you!