SOC Analyst

Prime System Solutions; Lahore; On-site; PKR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity solutions provider in Lahore seeks a Security Analyst I to manage security event monitoring and incident response. The role requires two years of experience in information security and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include analyzing logs, developing reports, and participating in threat-hunting activities. Ideal candidates are self-motivated and detail-oriented. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Two years work experience in Information Security or related fields.
• One year experience with EDR solutions.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized.

Responsibilities

• Manage security event monitoring and incident response ticket queues.
• Analyze system and application logs to diagnose issues.
• Develop and deliver reports to communicate security information.

Skills

Experience with SIEM platforms

Firewall management

Endpoint detection and response platforms

Good problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Two or more current security-related industry certifications

CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CCNA, C|EH, SSCP

Tools

EDR solutions

Governance, Risk Management, Compliance frameworks

Job description

Description

The Security Analyst I role is a critical position within the organization. The primary function of the role will be to provide monitoring of deployed customer environments for security events. This includes establishing the extent of a threat, the business impact, and advising the most suitable course of action to contain and remedy the event. A Cybersecurity Technician will serve as an escalation point to the subject matter expert for in-depth cybersecurity events and must be able to communicate effectively to all stakeholders during the event management process.

Responsibilities

• Manage the security event monitoring and incident response ticket queues and triage as appropriate to meet the established service level agreements
• Promptly transfer cybersecurity tickets to the client or internal point of contact
• Clearly convey indicators of compromise, isolation, and remediation steps
• Analyze and interpret system, security, and application logs in order to diagnose faults, spot abnormal behavior, and rule out false positives
• Effectively utilize End Detection and Response tools to investigate alerts, anomalies, and build accurate timelines related to possible compromise
• Follow established procedures to investigate, elevate, contain, or eradicate malicious activity
• Develop and deliver written and oral reports to clients, teammates, and management to aggregate and communicate security information and metrics
• Provide input and recommendations to improve internal processes and procedures related to SOC duties and responsibilities
• Participate in threat‑hunting activities and other special projects as required
• Understand and follow our set of standards and processes that produce a predictable result for the client. You must be aware of and maintain our standards.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and real‑time timesheets, record complete and accurate notes of troubleshooting and communication with clients
• Receive mentoring and feedback from peers and others
• Where appropriate, elevate complicated issues to a more senior resource or other appropriate teams
• Review tickets with manager
• Actively participate in team huddles, L10 meetings, one‑on‑one meetings, and any other team meetings
• Create and update documentation when changes occur, or when discoveries are made
• Attend monthly training & team meetings as required
• Additional duties as required

Qualifications

• Two years work experience in the Information Security or related fields
• Two or more current security‑related industry certifications
• Experience with SIEM platforms, firewall management, and endpoint detection and response platforms
• One year or more of experience with EDR solutions, ESGs, vulnerability management, and content filtering
• Good problem‑solving and decision‑making skills; ability to understand and analyze complex issues
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, highly organized, and able to handle a variety of tasks and responsibilities in an efficient manner with a high level of quality
• One of the following certifications preferred: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, CCNA, C|EH, SSCP, or equivalent