Security Analyst Level 1

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Requirements:

• 0-2 years of experience in a cybersecurity role, such as Help Desk with security responsibilities or SOC Analyst Trainee.
• Strong understanding of basic security concepts including malware, phishing, and network security.
• Familiarity with security tools and technologies like SIEMs, IDS/IPS, and firewalls.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Security+ certification is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Proactively monitor security systems such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls for alerts and events.
• Triage and prioritize security alerts based on severity and potential impact.
• Conduct initial investigations into security incidents and generate basic reports on security events.
• Assist in the initial response to security incidents and collect basic forensic data.
• Escalate critical security incidents to higher-level analysts.
• Contribute to basic security awareness activities by sharing relevant threat intelligence.