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SOC Junior Analyst - Cybersecurity - Ascension
Security Engineer
Entry‑level SOC Analyst responsible for real‑time monitoring, triage, and escalation of security alerts across SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and cloud platforms, supporting incident response and threat investigation.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze real‑time security alerts and log data from SIEM, SOAR, EDR, and cloud security tools.
- Perform initial triage, identify indicators of compromise, and document findings.
- Escalate high‑severity incidents to Tier 1/2 analysts and the Incident Response team following established procedures.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to validate threats and ensure timely remediation.
- Maintain and improve monitoring dashboards, playbooks, and reporting metrics.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of security monitoring concepts and familiarity with SIEM, SOAR, and EDR technologies.
- Experience or coursework in cloud security fundamentals (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills for incident documentation and escalation.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA Security) or equivalent hands‑on experience.