SOC Analyst

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst with 1–2 years of experience in cybersecurity operations and hands-on expertise with Splunk. The ideal candidate will monitor, detect, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents in a 24x7 SOC environment. You will work closely with other analysts and engineers to ensure the security of our IT infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Monitor security events and alerts using SIEM tools (especially Splunk). Investigate and respond to security incidents, escalating as necessary. Perform initial triage of cybersecurity alerts and provide detailed analysis. Correlate data from various sources to identify potential threats. Maintain incident tracking and documentation in ticketing systems. Collaborate with IT and security teams to remediate identified threats. Stay updated on current threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends. Must-Have Skills: 1–2 years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity environment. Proficiency with Splunk, including creating dashboards, alerts, and reports. Basic understanding of TCP/IP, firewalls, IDS/IPS, malware analysis, etc. Familiarity with common attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and MITRE ATT&CK framework. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience with incident response and log analysis. Nice-to-Have Skills: Certifications: CompTIA Security+, Splunk Core Certified User, CEH, or similar. Knowledge of EDR tools, firewall logs, proxy logs, and endpoint security solutions. Exposure to scripting (Python, PowerShell) or automation tools. Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).