SOC Analyst L2: Threat Detection, IR & Automation

Alykas; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Alykas is seeking a SOC Analyst L2 to monitor and safeguard client environments from evolving cyber threats. You will work in a multi-tenant SOC supporting US-based clients, using SIEM, EDR, XDR, and email security tools.

The role involves incident response, threat hunting, and developing automation to reduce manual work. You will collaborate with global teams, maintain thorough investigations, and stay current on threats and defenses.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Hands-on with SOC tools (SIEM, EDR, XDR, Email Security).
• Experience in Incident Response (IR).
• Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GSEC, GCIH.
• Strong client-facing communication and reporting skills.
• Fluent English communication (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, investigate IOCs and document findings.
• Conduct initial triage, assess incident severity, and take appropriate response actions.
• Respond to incidents following established playbooks and escalation procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve security incidents efficiently.
• Maintain accurate documentation of investigations, incidents, and remediation activities.
• Perform proactive threat hunting to detect hidden or emerging threats.
• Develop hypotheses based on threat intelligence and validate them.
• Demonstrate a passion for SOC automation to reduce manual workload.

Skills

SIEM

EDR

XDR

Email Security

Incident Response

English fluency

Client communication

Education

Security+

CySA+

GSEC

GCIH

BTL1

eCIR

Job description

Alykas is seeking a SOC Analyst L2 to monitor and safeguard client environments from evolving cyber threats. You will work in a multi-tenant SOC supporting US-based clients, using SIEM, EDR, XDR, and email security tools.

The role involves incident response, threat hunting, and developing automation to reduce manual work. You will collaborate with global teams, maintain thorough investigations, and stay current on threats and defenses.