SOC Analyst L2

We are actively seeking a seasoned Senior SOC Analyst to step into a role within our Security Operations Centre (SOC) team. In this dynamic position, you will not only serve as an advanced analyst but also act as a primary escalation point for Level 1 analysts, ensuring swift and effective response to security incidents. You will work on a shift basis, overseeing the SOC operations during your assigned shifts and collaborating closely with the SOC management team to enhance our security posture.

Our mission is to provide the highest quality outsourced IT and Cyber Security services for our clients, with responsive and effective communication at the core of our operations. We maintain excellence in our services through the continuous enhancement of our expertise, processes, and strategic technology partnerships.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary escalation point for Level 1 analysts, providing guidance, support, and expertise in the analysis and response to security alerts and incidents.
• Work the SOC manager and other senior staff to ensure effective and efficient SOC operations, processes and drive improvements in technology.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts generated by various security tools and systems, including XDR, SIEM, endpoint protection, email security and firewall logs.
• Conduct in-depth investigation of security events and incidents to determine root cause, scope, and potential impact, utilizing advanced threat hunting techniques.
• Lead vulnerability management analysis and reporting efforts to proactively identify and remediate security weaknesses in customer environments.
• Drive security incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and recovery, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain and enhance security operations processes, procedures, and playbooks.
• Maintain accurate and detailed incident records in the company’s incident management system, documenting findings, actions taken, and lessons learned.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior SOC analysts, fostering their professional development and growth in the cyber security field.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies through participation in SOC training programs and independent research.

Qualification

• Professional experience in cyber security with a proven track record of success in SOC operations as a senior analyst.
• Well rounded knowledge of security and able to work independently, identify and drive improvement and always strive for excellence.
• Extensive experience in cyber security analysis and incident response, with a deep understanding of security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, email security and firewalls.
• Proficiency with advanced security tooling, including XDR platforms and solutions such as CrowdStrike Falcon platform, Microsoft Defender, Azure Sentinel, and Vulnerability Management tools.
• Thorough knowledge of common attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies, coupled with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
• Fluent in British-English both written and verbally, with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and support.
• Willingness to work on a shift basis, including weekends and holidays, and a passion for continuous learning and professional development in the cyber security field.

We offer a stimulating and supportive working environment, training and development opportunities, and mentorship from seasoned Cyber Security professionals. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for cyber security and a desire to lead and excel in the field, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding opportunity.

About Eastvantage

At Eastvantage, our mission is to create meaningful jobs. Through our portfolio of premium and select clients, we provide careers that are knowledge-based, inspiring, and always with the potential for development and growth.

We are an independently-owned outsourcing company with European roots, servicing global companies that have offices in every populated continent in the world. We have been in the industry for a decade, growing from a handful to over 1,000 happy employees over the years.

We invite you to navigate our site to get to know who we are, to see what sets us apart in culture and thinking. Because of this, we carefully select who we work with, both customers and co-workers, which is why people happily stick with us for a wonderful amount of time. We hope to convince you to apply with us and be part of our success story.