SOC Analyst

Job Summary

As a SOC L1 Analyst at Aeries Technology, you will serve as the primary line of defense for our organization's security operations. This entry-level role involves diligent monitoring of security systems, identifying potential threats, and escalating incidents as necessary. You will operate under the guidance of senior analysts and SOC management to uphold the security and integrity of our information systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor security events from diverse sources including SIEM, EDR, DLP, VMDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security tools.
• Identify and categorize security events, incidents, and anomalies.
• Perform initial analysis of security events to distinguish between true positives and false positives.
• Escalate confirmed security incidents to SOC L2 or L3 analysts for advanced investigation and response.
• Execute predefined incident response procedures for common security events.
• Support the containment and remediation of low-level security incidents.
• Stay abreast of current security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Apply threat intelligence to enhance detection and response capabilities.
• Maintain accurate and detailed logs of all security events and incidents.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly security reports for management review.
• Collaborate effectively with other SOC team members and IT staff to ensure robust security operations.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders regarding security incidents and their status.
• Continuously update knowledge on emerging security trends, technologies, and threats.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in cybersecurity, with a specific focus on SOC operations.
• Foundational knowledge of security tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls.
• Understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and fundamental security principles.
• Relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+, SC-200, or CEH are highly advantageous.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced, and high-stress environment.