A great client of mine are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Analyst to join them on an initial 6 months contract.
The SOC Analyst plays a critical role in monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats to protect organizational networks, systems, and data. This position is part of a 24/7/365 Security Operations Center (SOC) that provides continuous threat monitoring and incident response.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor security alerts for potential threats, intrusions, or unauthorized access.
* Analyze and validate cybersecurity alerts to determine severity and necessary response.
* Identify malicious behaviors, recommend remediation actions, and escalate incidents when required.
* Document triage details, threat sources, and response recommendations.
Qualifications:
* BS/BA in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
* 1–3 years of experience in cybersecurity event monitoring and threat analysis.
* Cybersecurity certification preferred (e.g., Security+, CCNA Cyber Ops, GCIA, GCIH, CySA+).
* Proficiency in security frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, Kill Chain, NIST Incident Response).
* Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and network fundamentals (TCP/IP, intrusion detection).
* Willingness to work in a 24/7 SOC environment with a rotating schedule.