Security Operations Center Analyst at Unified Payment Services Limited

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.

Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

Experience:

• 4 - 6 years of experience in IT security, network security, or a similar role in a security operations environment.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, AlienVault), knowledge of network protocols, familiarity with IDS/IPS systems, and understanding of firewall management.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Experience with incident response and forensic analysis tools. Understanding of threat intelligence platforms and methodologies.

Certifications:

• Relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) etc.