Job Description
SOC Analyst (Level 2)
Location: Dublin
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: €55,000 – €68,000
A growing cybersecurity team is expanding its monitoring and incident response capabilities. You'll focus on detecting, investigating, and responding to threats across internal systems, networks, and endpoints. The role combines hands-on analysis with ongoing improvement of detection rules and reporting, giving you exposure to real-world attack scenarios and threat intelligence.
The Role
* Monitor SOC alerts and perform in-depth investigation and triage of security events.
* Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist in tracking remediation across the IT estate.
* Support incident response, including log review, forensic investigation, and reporting.
* Contribute to threat intelligence analysis and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
* Assist in the development and tuning of detection rules for SIEM and EDR platforms.
* Maintain accurate documentation of incidents, response actions, and repeatable processes.
* Collaborate with IT teams to support security controls and risk mitigation efforts.
* Participate in periodic internal security exercises and reporting to improve security posture.
Skills & Experience
* 2+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity monitoring or analyst roles.
* Familiarity with Windows, Linux, Active Directory, and networking fundamentals.
* Experience using SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, or other security monitoring tools.
* Understanding of common attack techniques, threat actor TTPs, and risk assessment.
* Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
* Scripting or automation experience (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) is a plus.
* Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, eJPT, or CEH are helpful but not required.