Senior SOC Security Analyst

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Role Overview

Thales Cyber Premium Services (CPS) is seeking an experienced and skilled Senior SOC Security Analyst to join our Security Operations Centre (SOC) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for actively monitoring, investigating, and responding to security threats.

This role requires a combination of solid technical expertise, cyber threat awareness, and strong analytical skills to detect and respond to cyber threats.

In addition to technical expertise, this role demands a high level of collaboration, strong communication skills, and an ability to effectively manage time and priorities. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of various cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and security technologies.

Accountabilities

• Analyse security data, including logs, network traffic, and threat intelligence, to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies indicative of potential security incidents or threats
• Conduct advanced threat hunting activities, proactively searching for signs of compromise, hidden threats, and potential vulnerabilities within client's environment
• Assist with the implementation, and fine-tuning of security analytic and correlation rules, alerts, and dashboards in the SIEM and other security tools to enhance the SOC team's visibility and response to emerging threats
• Collaborate with the SOC team to investigate and respond to security incidents, providing Subject Matter Expert (SME) guidance on the analysis and interpretation of security data
• Stay up to date on emerging threats, attack vectors, and vulnerabilities, sharing findings with the SOC team and using this information to inform the development of new security analytics techniques and strategies
• Conduct thorough handovers of security incidents to the Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) team
• Assist DFIR team with monitoring and investigation of security incidents on an as needed basis
• Collating data to write and review customer reports, including post incident reports, to a high standard
• Maintain adherence to SLAs, ensuring the timely and accurate detection, analysis, and response to security incidents and threats
• Assist with the coaching and development of the SOC team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to enhance their technical and analytical skills
• Assist in the development and implementation of SOC procedures, and standards, ensuring alignment with the organisation's security strategy and goals
• Collaborate with other SOC and security leaders to share knowledge, insights, and best practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation, recommending and implementing solutions to streamline SOC operations
• Building and maintaining relationships with peers and clients
• Conducting quality assurance reviews of reports, playbooks, and documentation
• Driving continuous improvement and development of SOC tools, processes and procedures.
• Maintaining a current understanding of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and trends
  
  

Technical Skills

• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently or collaboratively as needed
• Demonstrated capacity to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to documentation, process improvement, and knowledge sharing
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to learn new technologies and tools quickly
  
  

Interpersonal & Intrapersonal Skills

• An empathetic team player with the ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and manage time efficiently
• Ability to speak about security confidently and accurately and to recommend security controls to experienced security professionals and executives
• Ability to work as a team with decisions made to support moving toward common goals
• Flexibility and motivation to work across several types of engagements
  
  

Knowledge & Experience

• At least 4 years' experience in a security analytics role
• Demonstrated experience with security tools and technologies such as SOAR, SIEM, and EDR
• Knowledge and experience in the Microsoft or Google security suites is highly desirable
• Strong organisational, presentation, and customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members, report findings, and provide status updates to management
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate security incidents and determine the appropriate course of action
  
  

Benefits

• Opportunities to undertake technical training and secure industry recognised certifications
• Flexible working arrangement
• Opportunities to work with some of the best cybersecurity professionals in the region, and to grow and develop your career
• Joining a team of highly skilled and multi-cultural security professionals
  
  

If the above resonates with you and you would like to join a dynamic, fast-growing team of SOC Security Analysts, apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining why you'd be a great fit for the role.

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• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionInformation Technology
• IndustriesAviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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