Security Analyst

Security Analyst - Pune, India

Zywave is actively seeking a skilled Security Analyst to join our dynamic Security Operations Center (SOC) team in Pune, India. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in the continuous monitoring, detection, analysis, and rapid response to cybersecurity threats across our enterprise infrastructure. Your primary responsibility will be to safeguard the organization's valuable information assets by proactively identifying suspicious activities, thoroughly investigating security events, and collaborating with senior security team members. Leveraging industry-leading security tools, up-to-date threat intelligence, and well-established procedures, you will play a pivotal part in swiftly containing and mitigating potential risks to our digital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute continuous monitoring, triage, and in-depth analysis of security events utilizing SIEM platforms as a core member of the Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Conduct comprehensive triage, investigation, and containment procedures for identified security incidents.
• Employ endpoint and cloud EDR tools to facilitate advanced threat detection and response capabilities.
• Develop and execute KQL queries within Microsoft Sentinel to enhance investigations and improve detection mechanisms.
• Actively monitor Microsoft and AWS security configurations, identity events, and overall cloud posture for potential vulnerabilities and threats.

Qualifications

• Possess at least 2 years of hands-on experience within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment or in a cybersecurity analyst capacity.
• Demonstrate practical experience with Microsoft SIEM platforms.
• Exhibit strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 security features and administration.
• Showcase experience with Azure identity management and cloud security controls.
• Possess advanced knowledge of Microsoft Defender suite, including Endpoint, Cloud, and Identity solutions.
• Maintain a solid understanding of networking principles, common attack vectors, and incident response methodologies.
• Threat hunting or forensic investigation experience is considered a significant advantage.