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Job Summary The SOC Engineer is responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats and security incidents across the organization's IT infrastructure. The role ensures continuous protection of systems, networks, applications, and data through proactive security monitoring and incident response activities. Key Duties And Responsibilities Monitor security events and alerts generated by security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, firewalls, and threat intelligence platforms. Investigate and analyze potential security incidents to determine severity, impact, and root cause. Respond to cybersecurity incidents and coordinate containment, eradication, and recovery activities. Conduct threat hunting activities to identify hidden threats and vulnerabilities. Develop and maintain security monitoring use cases, detection rules, and incident response procedures. Escalate critical security incidents to appropriate stakeholders and management. Prepare incident reports and post-incident reviews with recommendations for improvement. Support vulnerability remediation efforts by collaborating with infrastructure and application teams. Maintain security dashboards, logs, and monitoring systems. Participate in security awareness and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Requirements Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field. 3–5 years of experience in Security Operations, Incident Response, or Cybersecurity. Hands-on experience with SIEM solutions, EDR tools, IDS/IPS, and network security technologies. Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls. Preferred Certifications CompTIA Security+ Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) CISSP (advantageous) Key Competencies Incident Analysis Threat Detection and Response Log Analysis Network Security Problem Solving Attention to Detail Communication and Reporting Team Collaboration Benefits Paid Time Off. Private Health Insurance. Opportunities for Professional Growth and Career Advancement. Training and Development Programs. Competitive Salary. Collaborative and Supportive Work Environment.
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Preferred Skills
Responsibilities
- Monitor security events and alerts generated by security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, firewalls, and threat intelligence platforms.
- Investigate and analyze potential security incidents to determine severity, impact, and root cause.
- Respond to cybersecurity incidents and coordinate containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
- Conduct threat hunting activities to identify hidden threats and vulnerabilities.
- Develop and maintain security monitoring use cases, detection rules, and incident response procedures.
- Escalate critical security incidents to appropriate stakeholders and management.
- Prepare incident reports and post-incident reviews with recommendations for improvement.
- Support vulnerability remediation efforts by collaborating with infrastructure and application teams.
- Maintain security dashboards, logs, and monitoring systems.
- Participate in security awareness and continuous improvement initiatives.
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