Security Operations Center Analyst

Key Responsibilities: Level 3 SOC Analyst Incident Response and Investigation: Act as the primary escalation point for Level 2 SOC analysts. Investigate and respond to complex security incidents, ensuring rapid containment, mitigation, and recovery. Conduct root cause analysis and post-incident reviews. Threat Detection and Analysis: Develop advanced detection rules, use cases, and alerts in SIEM and other security tools. Perform in-depth analysis of malware, phishing campaigns, and other advanced threats. Utilize threat intelligence to identify and anticipate new threats. Tool and System Management: Fine-tune and optimize security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and firewalls. Conduct regular audits and recommend improvements to security systems and processes. Lead the integration of new technologies into the SOC. Mentoring and Leadership: Provide guidance and training to Level 1 and Level 2 SOC analysts. Lead incident response drills and tabletop exercises. Contribute to the development of SOC processes, playbooks, and documentation. Collaboration and Reporting: Work with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with security policies and best practices. Create and deliver detailed reports and executive summaries on security incidents and trends. Act as a liaison with external stakeholders, including partners and threat intelligence organizations. Qualifications and Skills: Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a SOC environment. Proficiency with SIEM tools (CrowdStrike, Google SecOps) and EDR solutions (Carbon Black, CrowdStrike) Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and attack methodologies. Experience in malware analysis, forensic investigation, and threat hunting. Advanced certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, or CEH. Desirable: Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, OCI or Google Cloud). Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.). Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.). Strong communication and documentation skills. Regards Shyam J Senior HR Analyst 106-109, Anna Salai, Guindy, Chennai – 600032 M: +91 9840833416 • About EXELA • Instagram • LinkedIn

Created: 2025-08-04