TIER 2 SOC ANALYST

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Level 2 SOC Analyst to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team. This role is critical in defending against cyber threats by actively monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents. The Level 2 SOC Analyst will manage escalated alerts from Level 1, conduct in‑depth threat analysis, and provide expert incident response to ensure the highest level of security for our clients’ digital assets. This position requires solid knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, incident response methodologies, and a thorough understanding of security technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Threat Monitoring & Analysis
• Monitor and respond to escalated alerts and incidents identified by Level 1 SOC Analysts.
• Perform in‑depth analysis of security events using various security tools, such as SIEM, IDS / IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms.
• Correlate security events across multiple sources to assess potential impact and identify indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Lead incident investigations, including containment, eradication, and recovery processes, following documented incident response procedures.
• Escalate incidents to Level 3 or SOC Manager if necessary, providing detailed analysis and recommendations.
• Document incidents, findings, and remediation actions thoroughly to support forensics, audit, and post‑incident analysis.
• Threat Hunting & Vulnerability Management
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Analyze logs and network traffic to identify suspicious activity patterns.
• Work with the Vulnerability Management team to assess and mitigate vulnerabilities, applying patches, and updating signatures as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including IT, infrastructure, and application security, to enhance security postures.
• Develop and present incident reports and threat analysis findings to senior team members, stakeholders, and management.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Level 1 SOC Analysts, supporting their professional development.
• Review and refine SOC processes, playbooks, and incident response procedures to optimize efficiency.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies to improve SOC operations.
• Assist in training and upskilling SOC team members in advanced security analysis techniques.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Location

Sandton, on‑site role.

Salary

Market related.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type

Contract.

Job function

Information Technology.

Industries

Human Resources Services.

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