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Description :

Role Overview :


We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Cyber Security Analyst to support day-to-day security operations, monitoring, and incident response activities across enterprise IT environments.

The role focuses on proactive threat detection, security monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance support while working closely with IT, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to strengthen the organizations security posture.

This position is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in SIEM monitoring, endpoint and network security, vulnerability remediation, and security governance who are looking to grow in a structured, operational security role.

Key Responsibilities :

Security Monitoring & Incident Response :

- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and incidents using SIEM platforms and integrated security tools.

- Perform initial triage, investigation, and escalation of security events in accordance with incident response procedures.

- Correlate logs from endpoints, servers, network devices, and cloud platforms to identify suspicious activity.

- Track and manage incidents through their lifecycle, ensuring proper containment, remediation, and closure.

Threat Intelligence & Detection Engineering :

- Monitor threat intelligence feeds, advisories, and alerts from CERT, NIST, ISACs, and security vendors.

- Translate threat intelligence into actionable detections, abuse cases, and alerting logic where required.

- Support tuning and optimization of SIEM rules to reduce false positives and improve detection accuracy.

Vulnerability Management :

- Assist in vulnerability assessments using automated vulnerability scanning tools.

- Analyze scan results, validate findings, and support risk-based prioritization.

- Track remediation activities with IT and application teams and validate fixes through re-scanning.

- Maintain vulnerability metrics and remediation status dashboards.

Endpoint, Network & Access Security :

- Support endpoint protection platforms, including antivirus, EDR, and host-based security controls.

- Assist in firewall rule reviews, access control management, and network security configurations.

- Review access logs, user permissions, and privileged accounts to ensure adherence to least-privilege principles.

- Support identity and access management processes, including periodic access reviews.

Compliance, Audits & Governance :

- Conduct routine system and network audits to identify security gaps and compliance deviations.

- Support internal and external security audits by providing evidence, reports, and remediation updates.

- Assist in mapping security controls to industry frameworks and internal policies.

- Document findings, incidents, and corrective actions in a clear and structured manner.

Security Awareness & Enablement :

- Assist in organizing phishing simulations and security awareness campaigns.

- Analyze phishing results and recommend improvements to reduce human risk.

- Provide basic guidance and advisory support to employees on secure practices and security policies.

Documentation & Reporting :

- Maintain up-to-date security documentation, procedures, and standard operating guidelines.

- Prepare periodic security reports covering incidents, vulnerabilities, trends, and compliance status.

- Contribute to continuous improvement of security processes and operational playbooks.

Technical Requirements :

- 2+ years of hands-on experience as a Cyber Security Analyst or in a security operations role.

- Practical experience with security tools such as SIEM platforms, antivirus/EDR solutions, firewalls, and vulnerability scanners.

- Strong understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, VPNs, and firewall architectures.

- Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, including log analysis and basic hardening concepts.

- Familiarity with cloud platforms and security fundamentals in environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

- Understanding of common security frameworks, standards, and controls (e.

, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).

- Ability to analyze logs, identify anomalies, and document security findings clearly.

Preferred Skills & Competencies :

- Exposure to SOC operations, incident response workflows, and ticketing systems.

- Experience supporting compliance initiatives in regulated or large-scale enterprise environments.

- Basic scripting or automation knowledge (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) is an advantage.

- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional IT, infrastructure, and DevOps teams.

- Continuous learning mindset with awareness of emerging threats and security trends.

Key Skills :

- Cyber Security, SIEM Monitoring, Firewall Management, Networking, Vulnerability Assessment, Incident Response, NIST Framework, Endpoint Security, Access Control, Security Audits, Threat Intelligence


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