Security Analyst (Cyber Defense Analyst)
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Based in IndiaFull-TimeMiddle
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Job Details
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Required Skills
- PythonNetworking
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, SOC, cyber defense, or incident response roles within enterprise environments.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (searches, dashboards, alerts, investigations), preferably CrowdStrike NG-SIEM.
- Experience with Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft 365 security ecosystem (identity, email, and collaboration security).
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, cloud environments (AWS/Azure), and operating systems (Windows and macOS).
- Familiarity with threat frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, or CIS Controls.
- Ability to write clear incident reports and communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Exposure to scripting or query languages such as PowerShell, Python, or similar for analysis and automation.
- Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Tenable or Wiz is preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as GCIH, CySA+, GSEC, SSCP, or CCSP are strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, triage, and analyze security alerts and telemetry across SIEM and enterprise security platforms to identify potential threats and anomalies.
- Investigate security incidents across endpoints, identity systems, cloud environments, networks, and applications to determine scope and impact.
- Correlate security events to validate threats, support escalation decisions, and contribute to timely incident response actions.
- Document investigations, findings, and response activities while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders and leadership.
- Conduct proactive threat hunting activities to identify emerging attack patterns, adversary techniques, and detection gaps.
- Support detection engineering and automation initiatives to improve monitoring coverage and response efficiency.
- Assist in refining incident response processes, playbooks, and operational procedures to enhance cyber defense maturity.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and system owners to prioritize vulnerability remediation and track risk reduction efforts.
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