Security Operations Center Analyst

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Job Title SOC Analyst Level 1 (24/7 Rotational Shifts) Location Thane (In Office) Must be able to work night shifts and weekends on rotation. About Company We are a risk-driven cybersecurity firm that empowers businesses to grow securely. We deliver MSSP, threat-hunting, incident response, and advisory services across IT, OT, and cloud environments. Join our Security Operations Center (SOC) and help us protect organizations and sleep schedules around the globe. Role Purpose As a Level 1 SOC Analyst, you’ll be our first line of defense, monitoring real-time security alerts, performing initial triage, and kicking off incident response. Key Responsibilities Monitor security events from SIEM, EDR, NDR, and cloud platforms Perform initial triage and analysis of alerts to determine severity and impact Escalate validated incidents to L2/L3 teams as per defined SOPs and playbooks Assist in the containment of low-level threats (e.g., isolate endpoints, disable accounts) Enrich alerts with relevant threat intelligence and context Document incidents, investigations, and actions taken in ticketing systems Prepare daily shift reports and ensure accurate handovers Collaborate with team members during incident investigations Identify false positives and suggest rule tuning where necessary Participate in regular SOC drills and knowledge-sharing sessions Must-Have Qualifications 2-3 years of experience in a SOC, NOC, help desk, or IT security role Fundamental understanding of TCP/IP, Windows/Linux OS internals, and common attack vectors Familiarity with at least one SIEM platform (Splunk, QRadar, Elastic, etc.) Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and the incident response lifecycle Strong analytical mindset and a passion for “finding the needle before the haystack burns” Excellent written & verbal English communication skills Ability to work 247 rotating shifts (including nights, weekends, and public holidays) Nice-to-Have Extras CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent entry-level cert Hands-on with SOAR playbooks, EDR (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne), or cloud security tools (AWS GuardDuty, Azure Sentinel) Scripting in Python/PowerShell for automation Experience in malware triage or phishing analysis What We Offer Competitive salary + night-shift allowances Access to our cyber-range and gamified red vs. blue exercises A collaborative culture where every alert you close saves someone’s day (and maybe their job) Reporting Line Reports to: SOC Manager – Operations Works closely with: L2 / L3 Analysts, Threat Intel, Incident Response, DevSecOps Teams Package: 4-5 Lacs P.A Location: Solus Offices, Hiranandani Estate, Thane, Mumbai. Contact on WhatsApp: 859 1211 600 Show more Show less