Cybersecurity Analyst I

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Oversee security alerts and events, perform preliminary analysis, and react to potential security incidents.

• Aid in the initial assessment of security incidents and escalate to senior analysts when required.

• Work in conjunction with the incident response team to enact response plans and alleviate security threats.

• Examine and analyze alerts produced by EDR, NDR, and SIEM tools.

• Record investigation outcomes and generate comprehensive reports for additional analysis.

• Ensure structured handovers of ongoing investigations between shifts in the Security Operations Centre.

• Review and accept cases that have been transferred from preceding shifts.

• Retain ownership of investigations until they are resolved, escalated, or formally handed over.

• Contribute to the development of security documentation, procedures, and incident response strategies.

• Keep abreast of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.

• Engage in training and development initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

• Less than 2 years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity or a similar role.

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, security monitoring, and incident response.

• Foundational knowledge of common cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods.

• Familiarity with security monitoring and investigation principles.

• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities.

• Proficient written and verbal communication abilities.

• Practical experience in security monitoring, incident investigation, IT operations, technical support, or system administration is preferred.

• Foundational competence in at least two operational domains is preferred.

• Understanding of endpoint, identity, network, cloud, and email security concepts is preferred.

• Familiarity with phishing investigations and basic threat intelligence analysis is preferred.

• Knowledge of common security frameworks and incident response methodologies is preferred.

• Experience in a shift-based or 24/7 operational environment is advantageous.

• Entry-level cybersecurity certifications are beneficial but not required.

• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work options available.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Access to training and development programs.

• Potential for progression to advanced cybersecurity roles.