Junior SOC Analyst
Job Overview:
We are looking for a Junior SOC Analyst to support real-time monitoring and analysis of security incidents while assisting in offensive security exercises within our SOC environment. This role is ideal for those eager to grow in cybersecurity and strengthen our clients’ security posture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security events using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and other cybersecurity tools.
- Analyze and triage security incidents, identifying threats such as malware, phishing, or unauthorized access attempts.
- Escalate incidents when necessary, ensuring detailed documentation.
- Investigate potential security breaches, reviewing logs and performing basic root cause analysis.
- Respond to security alerts in line with incident response protocols, mitigating risks as directed by playbooks.
- Document all incidents, including the steps taken during investigation and resolution.
- Handle the exposure management and perform offensive security and penetration testing.
- Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and participate in continuous learning to improve detection capabilities.
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering, or a related field.
- Certifications such as Cisco, Fortinet, CompTIA, Microsoft, EC-Council are a big plus.
Skills and Competencies:
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a network/IT administrator.
- Solid understanding of network and system protocols such as: OSI, TCP, UDP, SNMP, Active Directory, LDAP, TLS, VPN, IPSEC, SSH, IMAP, POP3, HTTPS…
- Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical information to non-technical users.
Job Location: Lebanon
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Managed Services