Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst | India | Brazil

We are seeking a skilled and vigilant Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our team. The SOC Analyst will play a critical role in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats in real-time. This role requires a strong understanding of security principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor security systems: Continuously monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), firewalls, and other security tools for suspicious activity.
• Analyze security alerts: Triage and analyze security alerts to determine their legitimacy and potential impact.
• Investigate security incidents: Conduct thorough investigations of security incidents, including malware infections, phishing attacks, and data breaches.
• Respond to security incidents: Implement appropriate response actions to contain and mitigate security incidents.
• Document security incidents: Maintain detailed documentation of all security incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation steps.
• Threat intelligence: Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with other security teams and IT staff to resolve security issues.
• Continuous improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures.
• Follow established playbooks and procedures: Adhere to defined incident response playbooks and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a SOC environment (for Level 1, less experience may be acceptable with demonstrable skills). More experience required for Level 2 and 3.
• Strong understanding of security principles and practices.
• Experience with SIEM technologies (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight).
• Experience with IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Relevant security certifications, such as Security+, CySA+, or GCIA, are a plus. For Level 2 and 3, certifications are often preferred or required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Challenging and rewarding work in a critical security function.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

This job description can be adapted for Level 1, 2, or 3 SOC Analyst roles by adjusting the experience requirements and adding specific responsibilities and qualifications relevant to each level. For example, a Level 3 analyst would likely have more experience, advanced certifications, and responsibilities like mentoring junior analysts or leading incident response efforts.