Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security Analyst

What success looks like in this role:

• Monitor SIEM dashboards and security alerts on a 24/7 basis (as applicable).
• Perform initial triage and classification of alerts to determine true positives, false positives, and severity levels.
• Escalate incidents to L2/L3 analysts based on established procedures and thresholds.
• Document alert findings, actions taken, and escalation notes in the ticketing system.
• Conduct basic investigations such as log analysis, IP/domain reputation checks, and user activity review.
• Follow Incident Response playbooks and SOPs for consistent handling of events.
• Assist in monitoring endpoint, network, and cloud security tools as part of SOC operations.
• Support threat hunting and continuous improvement activities led by senior analysts.
• Maintain awareness of common cyber threats and security best practices.

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• 3+ years of experience in SOC analyst role and responsibilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts (malware, phishing, access controls, etc.).
• Basic familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar).
• Ability to interpret logs from systems, firewalls, and endpoints at a basic level.
• Good analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Certifications (preferred): Security+, CySA+, CEH (or equivalent entry-level certs).

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Experience Level

Mid Level