Are you an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist ready to make an impact in global cybersecurity? A leading cybersecurity firm, dedicated to protecting organizations from evolving threats, is seeking a SOC Analyst with expertise in managed detection and response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management, based in Cork, Ireland.
This position provides an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced team where you will manage and mitigate security incidents, ensuring that critical business operations continue uninterrupted. In this dynamic environment, you will tackle complex security threats and help customers worldwide reduce the impact of security incidents. There is also the potential for growth into a leadership role while expanding your expertise in cutting-edge tools and techniques.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join the fight against cyber threats!
Responsibilities:
* Monitor and analyse security events from multiple sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewall logs, system logs)
* Differentiate true security threats from false positives and escalate incidents as needed
* Triage and investigate alerts, assessing risk and prioritizing incidents
* Collaborate with a global team to maintain threat awareness and response readiness
* Provide tuning recommendations for security tools and processes
* Assist in playbook creation and continuous process improvement
Skills/Must Have:
* Strong experience with SIEM systems and Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) tools
* Ability to conduct thorough triage and investigation of security incidents
* Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and ability to create playbooks
* Team leadership qualities and strong collaboration skills
* Knowledge of security tools like Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Defender, Carbon Black, Splunk, and CrowdStrike
* Hands-on experience in SOC or Incident Response environments
* Ability to work shifts in a 24/7/365 environment
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certifications such as Security+, Network+, GCIA, CCNA, CEH, or similar
* Familiarity with tools like Wireshark, TCP Dump, and Security Onion
* Experience with query languages like KQL or regex
* Familiarity with GPO, Landesk, or other IT infrastructure tools
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with excellent growth opportunities
* Hybrid work model (50/50 remote and office-based in Cork)
* Opportunity to work with a global team in a high-impact environment
Salary:
* €70,000 - €90,000 base salary
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