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Assistant Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst at Britam/apply!
Assistant Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Job Purpose
- To keep an eye on and evaluate security events, recognize and eliminate threats, and guarantee the safety of Britam’s information networks. We are looking to add a driven Junior SOC Analyst to our team in the exciting Security Operations Center.
- The ideal candidate will have a thirst for knowledge, a passion for cybersecurity, and a strong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
- In order to maintain the availability and integrity of our systems and data, it will be essential for you to monitor, identify, and respond to security incidents in your capacity as a junior SOC analyst.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools to identify potential security incidents.
- Conduct initial triage and analysis of security alerts to determine their validity and severity.
- Investigate security incidents, including analyzing logs, network traffic, and endpoint data to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and determine the scope and impact of the incident.
- Collaborate with senior SOC analysts and other cybersecurity teams to coordinate incident response activities and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
- Document incident details, analysis findings, and response actions taken in incident reports and case management systems.
- Assist in the development and implementation of security monitoring use cases, detection rules, and playbooks to enhance threat detection capabilities.
- Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques through continuous learning and training.
- Participate in tabletop exercises, incident response drills, and simulations to test and improve incident response procedures and preparedness.
- Provide support for security investigations, compliance audits, and regulatory inquiries as needed.
- Contribute to the overall improvement of SOC processes, procedures, and tools through feedback and suggestions.
- Delegated Authority: As per the approved Delegated Authority Matrix.
Key Performance Measures
As described in your Personal Score Card.
Knowledge, Experience, And Qualifications Required
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- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or equivalent are a plus.
- 1-2 years’ experience in IT IT-related role, prior experience or internship in a cybersecurity-related role is preferred but not required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and concepts.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscape, and common attack vectors.
- Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks relevant to the financial services industry (e.g., PCI DSS, GLBA, etc.).
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Britam on britam.taleo.net to apply
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