We are seeking a skilled and experienced SOC L2 analyst to join our growing team. As a SOC L2 Analyst, you are responsible for advanced threat detection, investigation, and response within a Security Operations Center (SOC). This role involves analyzing security alerts, conducting in-depth incident investigations, and supporting L1 analysts in handling complex security events.

• Threat Monitoring & Analysis
• Investigate security alerts escalated from L1 analysts and determine their severity.
• Perform deep-dive analysis on security events using SIEM, EDR, and other security tools.
• Correlate data from multiple sources to identify patterns of cyber threats.
• Conduct malware analysis, log analysis, and forensic investigation as needed.
• Incident Response & Threat Mitigation
• Lead incident response efforts for complex security incidents.
• Contain, eradicate, and recover from security breaches in coordination with IT teams.
• Provide recommendations for improving security posture based on investigation findings.
• Document findings and contribute to post-incident reviews and lessons learned.
• Threat Intelligence & Detection Enhancement
• Working with threat intelligence feeds to understand emerging cyber threats.
• Assist in tuning SIEM rules, IDS/IPS signatures, and detection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with L3 analysts and security engineers to improve detection capabilities.
• Security Tools & Process Improvement
• Manage and optimize security tools such as SIEM, EDR, firewall logs, and vulnerability scanners.
• Participate in threat hunting activities to proactively detect potential threats.
• Develop playbooks, use cases, and workflows to enhance SOC efficiency.
• Support & Training
• Mentor and assist L1 analysts in handling security incidents.
• Provide training and knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance SOC team skills.
• Stay updated on the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and security technologies.

Salary: upon the interview

Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button by mentioning SOC L2 Analyst in the subject line.

• Communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Detail oriented
• Cooperation and Teamwork
• Active learning skills
• Time management
• Problem solving skills
• Positive Attitude
• Strong Work Ethic

Personnel specifications

• Diploma: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 3 years of practical experience in cybersecurity.
• At least 1 year of experience in Pre-sales engineer or cybersecurity engineer 

Specific areas of expertise:

Technical Skills:

• Strong experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, IBM QRadar, ArcSight, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with EDR/XDR platforms (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, etc.).
• Proficiency in analyzing network traffic, logs, and malware behavior.
• Understanding of security frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) is a plus.
• Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability assessment tools.

Certifications

• Internationally recognized certifications from leading cybersecurity vendors such as Fortinet, CyberArk, Splunk, Forcepoint, CompTIA etc. are preferred.

Language Skills

• Azerbaijani (required)
• English (required)