Junior SOC Analyst (L1 and L2)

Treantly is a Canadian-based recruitment agency that facilitates the connection between businesses in North America and exceptional remote staff in the Philippines.

Job Summary: We are looking for a Junior SOC Analyst (L1 and L2) to assist in monitoring and responding to security threats within our environment. As an entry-level SOC Analyst, you will play a crucial role in identifying suspicious activity, escalating incidents, and supporting overall cybersecurity operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security tools.
  • Investigate and triage security incidents, escalating them as necessary to L2 and L3 analysts.
  • Perform log analysis to detect anomalies and potential security breaches.
  • Assist in vulnerability scanning and security assessments.
  • Document incidents, findings, and recommendations in security reports.
  • Collaborate with senior SOC analysts to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
  • Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and trends.
  • Support the development of security awareness training for employees.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • 1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT support, or network security roles.
  • Basic understanding of SIEM tools, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection solutions.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, incident response, and network protocols.
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CCNA Security preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn.
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Competitive compensation package, including Maxicare HMO
  • Full-time, US Business hours, Remote

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