SOC Analyst L1

1-3 Years

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Job Description

SOC Analyst Level 1 (L1)

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze security alerts and events using Microsoft Sentinel and other security tools
Perform initial triage, validation, and classification of alerts
Follow incident response processes and understand client IRP (Incident Response Plan)
Escalate confirmed or suspicious incidents to L2 SOC Analysts
Execute predefined playbooks and response procedures
Document incidents, investigation steps, and outcomes in the SOC ticketing system
Maintain proper shift handovers to ensure continuous monitoring coverage

Required Skills & Experience

13 years of experience in SOC or security monitoring
Basic understanding of SIEM, incident handling, and cybersecurity fundamentals
Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, KQL queries, and security alerts is preferred