Security Operations Center Analyst at Unified Payment Services Limited

Job Objective

• SOC Analysts are considered the last line of defense and they usually work as part of a large security team, working alongside security managers and cyber security engineers. 
• Typically, SOC Analysts report to the company’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Threat Detection and Monitoring: Continuously monitor security alerts and events using SIEM & cybersecurity tools to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities. 
• Investigating, documenting, and reporting on any information security (InfoSec) issues as well as emerging trends. 
• Security Tool Management: Configure, manage, and optimize security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and antivirus software. 
• Computer forensics – must be familiar with computer forensic techniques that can help prevent cybercrime. Tasks include collecting, analyzing, and reporting security data. 
• Incident Response: Investigate security incidents, respond to security breaches, and implement corrective actions and preparing disaster recovery plans 
• Security Analysis: Analyze security data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, providing actionable insights to mitigate risks. 
• Reporting and Documentation: Document incidents, create reports on security events, and maintain accurate records of investigations and resolutions. 
• Collaboration and Communication: Work with other IT and security teams to coordinate responses to threats and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders. 
• Work closely with other IT and cybersecurity teams to resolve security issues. Collaborate with third-party vendors, consultants, and managed security service providers (MSSPs) as needed. 
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest cyber security trends, threat landscapes, and best practices to enhance SOC operations.

Qualifications

• Interested candidates should possess a B.Sc / HND qualification with 3-9 years experience.