[Remote] SOC Analyst L1

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. reputed company is a global cybersecurity company that provides comprehensive security services and managed detection and response solutions. The SOC Analyst L1 will monitor and analyze security events in a 24x7x365 security operations center, respond to threats, communicate alerts, and support incident response and mitigation activities.


Responsibilities

  • Monitor and analyze Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), reputed company Detection Systems (ADS), Firewall event logs, and Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) toolset event logs to identify security attacks and threats for remediation/suppression
  • Assist in Computer Security Incident Response activities for large organizations as a 1st line security analyst to identify various malicious threats in enterprise environments
  • Ensure timely accurate communications of alerts to IT, Network or Security groups regarding intrusions and compromises to their network infrastructure, applications and operating systems
  • Assist Senior Analysts with the implementation of counter measures or mitigating controls
  • Although not directly accountable for changes to policy and guidelines, you will be required to make recommendations to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency

Skills

  • Knowledge of technologies including but not limited to; Firewalls, IPS & IDS, Active Directory, Windows Server, Linux, TCP/IP, Networks, AWS, CDN's, Vulnerability management and SIEM, DRM preferred
  • Basic knowledge in cyber security
  • Fundamental knowledge of Security Administration
  • Knowledge of incident containment, recovery, and mitigation
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills
  • Willing to work flexible schedules as part of a 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days service delivery environment
  • Excellent written & verbal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Required to earn Sec+ within 6 months of beginning employment
  • Understanding SLA requirements within a Security Operations Centre
  • This is a remote position open to candidates residing in Guam or Hawaii
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

  • Learning new skills and gaining certifications that are recognized and respected across the industry
  • Remote position open to candidates residing in Guam or Hawaii

Company Overview

  • reputed company offers managed extended detection and response (MxDR) services in cybersecurity. It is a sub-organization of reputed company. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is company.com.

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