Assistant Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Job Purpose

• To Monitor and analyze security incidents, identify and mitigate threats, and ensure the security of Britam's information systems. We are seeking a motivated Junior SOC Analyst to join our dynamic Security Operations Center team.
• The ideal candidate will have a thirst for knowledge, a passion for cybersecurity, and a strong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• As a Junior SOC Analyst, you will play a vital role in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents to ensure the integrity and availability of our systems and data.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools to identify potential security incidents.
• Conduct initial triage and analysis of security alerts to determine their validity and severity.
• Investigate security incidents, including analyzing logs, network traffic, and endpoint data to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and determine the scope and impact of the incident.
• Collaborate with senior SOC analysts and other cybersecurity teams to coordinate incident response activities and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Document incident details, analysis findings, and response actions taken in incident reports and case management systems.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security monitoring use cases, detection rules, and playbooks to enhance threat detection capabilities.
• Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques through continuous learning and training.
• Participate in tabletop exercises, incident response drills, and simulations to test and improve incident response procedures and preparedness.
• Provide support for security investigations, compliance audits, and regulatory inquiries as needed.
• Contribute to the overall improvement of SOC processes, procedures, and tools through feedback and suggestions.
• Delegated Authority: As per the approved Delegated Authority Matrix.

Key Performance Measures
As described in your Personal Score Card.
Knowledge, Experience, And Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or equivalent are a plus.
• 1-2 year’s experience in IT IT-related role, prior experience or internship in a cybersecurity-related role is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and concepts.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscape, and common attack vectors.
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks relevant to the financial services industry (e.g., PCI DSS, GLBA, etc.).