Security Analyst / Network Security Analyst - DFT - 08052026

Rippedboxstation; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Rippedboxstation in the Philippines is seeking a Junior Security Analyst / Network Security Analyst to monitor SIEM dashboards, analyze security events, and support incident response within a 40 hours/week schedule. The role offers growth in a Security Operations Center environment.

You will collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams, perform alert triage, document findings, and help prepare security reports and compliance artifacts as part of a growing security program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, CS, or related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity or security operations.
• Fundamental understanding of networking and information security.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, firewalls, routers and switches.
• Basic knowledge of SIEM concepts and security monitoring.
• Willingness to work under supervision in a SOC environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SIEM dashboards and security monitoring tools for threats.
• Perform initial alert triage and escalate incidents to senior analysts.
• Analyze network security events, logs, and alerts from firewalls and IDS/IPS.
• Assist in vulnerability scanning and remediation validation.
• Document findings and maintain incident records for investigations.
• Prepare security reports, dashboards and compliance documentation.
• Respond to user security inquiries and promote cybersecurity awareness.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, network, cloud and application teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in routine security health checks and access reviews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to work in SOC shift

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

SIEM platforms (basic)

Microsoft Defender

Microsoft Sentinel

Splunk

QRadar

Windows administration

Linux administration

Job description

Position: Security Analyst / Network Security Analyst - Junior

Number of hours: 40 hours / week
Schedule: EST

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) dashboards and security monitoring tools for potential threats and suspicious activities.

• Perform initial alert triage and elevate security incidents to senior analysts in accordance with established incident response procedures.

• Analyze network security events, logs, and alerts from firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint protection and other security technologies.

• Assist in vulnerability scanning activities and support remediation validation for identified security weaknesses.

• Support incident response activities by documenting findings, collecting evidence and maintaining incident records.

• Assist in preparing security reports, dashboards, compliance documentation and operational metrics.

• Support security advisory activities by responding to user security inquiries and promoting cybersecurity awareness.

• Collaborate with infrastructure, network, cloud and application teams to investigate and resolve security issues.

• Participate in routine security health checks, access reviews and compliance monitoring activities.

• Maintain security documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and knowledge base articles.

• Follow organizational security policies, incident handling procedures and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Escalate security incidents, risks and operational issues to senior security analysts or SOC leads when necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field.

• 0–2 years of experience in Cybersecurity, Security Operations, Network Administration, IT Support or a related technical role.

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, networking concepts and information security best practices.

• Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, firewalls, routers and switches.

• Basic knowledge of SIEM platforms and security monitoring concepts.

• Understanding of common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, malware, phishing and attack vectors.

• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

• Ability to work under close guidance and daily supervision.

• Willingness to work in a shift-based Security Operations Center (SOC) environment, if required.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA Security+

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)

• Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

• Scrum Foundations

• ITIL Foundation (Preferred)

Technical Skills

• Security Operations Center (SOC) Fundamentals

• SIEM Monitoring & Alert Triage

• Network Security Fundamentals

• TCP/IP, DNS, VPN & Firewall Concepts

• Vulnerability Scanning Fundamentals

• Incident Response Fundamentals

• Windows & Linux Administration

• Endpoint Security Fundamentals

• Security Documentation & Reporting

• Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar or similar SIEM platforms (Basic Knowledge)

• Agile & IT Service Management (ITSM)

• Security Awareness & Compliance