Junior Security Engineer

We are looking for a Junior Security Engineer to join our team at SOC (Security Operations Center) and assist in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents. The Junior SOC Engineer will work closely with senior SOC analysts and other IT teams to ensure the security of our organization’s systems and data. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in cybersecurity, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor security alerts and events generated by various security tools, including SIEM (Security
  Information and Event Management) systems, IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems),
  and endpoint security solutions.
• Analyse security event data to identify potential security incidents and threats.
• Investigate security incidents to determine the root cause and extent of the compromise.
• Document and escalate security incidents according to established procedures.
• Assist in the development and refinement of SOC processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with other IT and security teams to coordinate incident response activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation to respond to security incidents outside of regular business hours.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and trends.
• Provide support for security-related projects and initiatives as needed.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the SOC’s capabilities and effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and common security technologies.
• Knowledge of security principles, practices, and frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework,
  MITRE ATT&CK Framework).
• Familiarity with SIEM tools – IBM QRadar, ArcSight, FortiSIEM, McAfee ESM, Seceon, etc.
• Basic understanding of security incident response processes and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CEH, etc. or similar are a plus.
• Previous experience in a security-related role is desirable.

Preferred Certification:

• CEH – (Certified Ethical Hacker)
• CSA – (EC Council Certified SOC Analyst
• CISCO Certified CyberOps Associate
• CompTIA Security+

Experience: 1 Year to 3 Years