SOC Analyst I

Job description

Description As a SOC Tier 1 Analyst, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our clients' information systems and networks against cyber threats. You will be responsible for monitoring security events, analyzing alerts, and escalating incidents as necessary to ensure timely resolution. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement proactive security measures and contribute insights to enhance our overall security posture. This position requires shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as the SOC provides 24/7/365 support to our customers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: - Monitor security alerts and events generated by various security tools, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection systems. - Analyze and triage security incidents to determine their severity and potential impact on client environments. - Perform initial investigation and containment of security incidents, following established procedures and protocols. - Document incident details, including the timeline of events, actions taken, and any associated artifacts. - Esc...