SOC ANALYST

Job Description

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide advanced incident analysis and management within our SOC environment, while also leading the development and training of the L1 SOC team in incident analysis, parsers creation, rule views, and report management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, incident response, and leadership skills. Responsibilities: Advanced Incident Analysis: Utilize advanced tools and techniques to analyze and investigate security incidents detected within the organization's networks and systems. Incident Response: Lead incident response efforts, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate and remediate security incidents promptly. Team Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to the L1 SOC team, assisting in the development of their skills in incident analysis, parser creation, rule views, and report management. Parser Creation: Develop and maintain parsers to enhance the capability of the SOC's security information and event management (SIEM) system in detecting and correlating security events. Rule View Management: Manage and optimize rule views within the SIEM platform to ensure accurate and timely detection of security threats. Report Management: Oversee the generation and distribution of security reports, including incident reports, trend analysis, and recommendations for improvement. Collaboration: Work closely with other teams within the organization, including IT operations, network engineering, and application development, to improve overall security posture and incident response capabilities. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a SOC environment, with a focus on incident analysis and response. Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including threat detection, malware analysis, and vulnerability management. Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Securonix, QRadar) and familiarity with creating and managing parsers and rule views. Leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and motivate team members effectively. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.