Soc Analyst (Level 2)

Profile Software; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Private medical and life insurance

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Profile Software is seeking a SOC Analyst (Level 2) in Greece to enhance our Security Operations Center. This key position requires strong incident management skills and expertise in cybersecurity.

The ideal candidate will possess 3-4 years of SOC experience, with responsibilities including security event monitoring, incident response, and development of SOC capabilities. We offer competitive remuneration and training opportunities in a collaborative workplace focused on growth.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience in the SOC field, with 2 years in a Level 2 or 3 position.
• Experience in incident response processes and security device management.
• Knowledge of cyberattack techniques and threat vectors.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage security events and incident responses.
• Ensure compliance with SLAs and operational objectives.
• Develop processes for the Security Operations Framework.

Skills

Incident management

Threat analysis

Cybersecurity knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Scripting (Python or PowerShell)

Education

BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Information Security

Tools

IBM QRadar

SIEM platforms

Job description

Job Summary

The SOC Analyst (Level 2), based in Algosystems in Athens Greece, will be a key member of our Security Operations Center.

What You Will Do

The role focuses on advanced security monitoring, incident response, threat analysis, and continuous improvement of SOC detection and response capabilities. Reporting to the SOC Manager.

Requirements

Job Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for security event monitoring, management, and incident response.
• Ensure incident identification, assessment, quantification, reporting, communication, mitigation, and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with SLAs, adherence to operational processes, and continuous process improvement to achieve operational objectives.
• Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current Security Operations Framework, review policies, and identify challenges related to SLA management.
• Perform threat management and threat modeling, identify threat vectors, and develop use‑cases for security monitoring.
• Responsible for the integration of standard and non‑standard logs into SIEM platforms.
• Create reports, dashboards, and SOC operational metrics, presenting findings to the SOC Manager.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to less experienced analysts.
• Act as an escalation point and orchestrator for significant security incidents.

Job Qualifications & Skills

• 3–4 years of experience in the SOC field, with at least 2 years in a Level 2 or Level 3 position
• BSc or MSc in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Information Security
• Strong proficiency in incident management and incident response processes
• Experience with security device management and SIEM platforms (knowledge of IBM QRadar will be considered a strong advantage)
• Hands‑on experience in threat hunting, SOAR orchestration, and integration of SIEM with EDR/XDR platforms
• Experience with Python or PowerShell scripting for custom detection and automation
• In‑depth knowledge of cyberattack techniques, threat vectors, risk management, and incident response methodologies
• Experience in threat management and threat intelligence analysis
• Knowledge of operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Unix
• Understanding of applications, databases, and middleware security considerations
• Proficient in the preparation of technical reports, dashboards, and operational documentation
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to handle high‑pressure situations and interact effectively with key stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools with strong proficiency in Excel

Certifications (preferred)

• GIAC GCIH
• CompTIA CySA+
• Splunk Certified Power User
• Microsoft SC‑200
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) – considered a plus

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Private medical and life insurance.
• Training and development opportunities within a market‑leading, fast‑growing organization.
• Exposure to a multinational environment and global teams.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture focused on innovation and growth.

We are an equal opportunities employer. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

If you want to be part of one of the top leading software firms in the FinTech industry internationally, we want to hear from you!