About The Role
As a SOC Analyst at Foresite, you're not just monitoring screens—you're safeguarding the digital frontier. You'll be the vigilant guardian of our clients' security, analyzing threats, responding to incidents, and ensuring their peace of mind in the cloud. But it's more than just a job; it's a launching pad for your cybersecurity career. If you have a passion for security, a keen eye for detail, and a drive to protect organizations from cyberattacks, this role is your first step towards an exciting future at Foresite.
Responsibilities
- Stand Watch: Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems, including Google Chronicle SIEM, to detect and analyze potential security threats in real-time.
- Investigate and Respond: Investigate suspicious activities, analyze security alerts, and respond to security incidents with urgency and precision.
- Uncover the Unknown: Conduct threat hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate emerging threats before they impact our clients.
- Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with security engineers, incident responders, and clients to ensure a coordinated and effective response to security events.
- Document and Analyze: Document security incidents, analyze attack patterns, and contribute to the development of threat intelligence reports.
- Continuously Learn: Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices to maintain a cutting-edge security posture.
- Embrace the Challenge: Thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to evolving threats, and embrace the challenge of protecting our clients from cyberattacks.
Qualifications
- Security Foundation: Solid understanding of security principles, common attack vectors, and security technologies.
- SIEM Experience: Hands-on experience with SIEM systems, preferably Google Security Operations, demonstrating your ability to monitor, analyze, and respond to security events.
- Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, enabling you to effectively investigate security incidents and identify root causes.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, allowing you to clearly convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues and clients to achieve shared security goals.
- Passion for Security: A genuine passion for cybersecurity and a desire to protect organizations from cyber threats.
- Relevant Certifications (Preferred): Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) are a plus.
