Security Analyst L1 (Tier 1 SOC Analyst)
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About the Role
iConnect IT Business Solutions seeks a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to monitor security alerts, triage incidents, and escalate threats in a 24/7 environment. Requires 1-2 years SOC experience, SIEM knowledge, and relevant certifications preferred.
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Responsibilities
- Continuously monitor alerts across SIEM, EDR, and network security tools across multiple client environments
- Analyze and classify alerts to identify false positives and confirmed threats, following established SOC runbooks and escalation procedures
- Escalate confirmed incidents to Tier 2/3 teams promptly with clear, documented findings
- Log all alerts, actions taken, and outcomes accurately in the ticketing system to maintain a complete audit trail
- Execute standard response playbooks for common scenarios (phishing, brute force, suspicious logins) and contribute feedback for playbook improvements
- Ensure smooth transition and communication between shifts with detailed handover notes
Requirements
- 1–2 years of experience in SOC or IT security operations
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and operating systems (Windows/Linux)
- Hands on experience with SIEM tools and log analysis
- Familiarity with common attack vectors and the MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Experience with ticketing and case management platforms
- Relevant certifications preferred: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CEH
- Good analytical, communication, and problem solving skills with the ability to work calmly under pressure
- Hands on experience with network security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network traffic analysis
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Role Overview
- As a Security Analyst L1, you will act as the first line of defense within the SOC, responsible for continuous monitoring, initial alert triage, and timely escalation of security incidents in a 24/7 managed security environment.
Key Details
- Location: Dubai, UAE (Candidates must be currently based in the UAE)
- Experience: 1–2 years in SOC or IT security operations
- Availability: Immediate joiners preferred
- Work Schedule: Rotating 24/7 shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
Core Responsibilities
- Security Monitoring: Continuously monitor alerts across SIEM, EDR, and network security tools across multiple client environments
- Alert Triage: Analyze and classify alerts to identify false positives and confirmed threats, following established SOC runbooks and escalation procedures
- Incident Escalation: Escalate confirmed incidents to Tier 2/3 teams promptly with clear, documented findings
- Ticketing & Documentation: Log all alerts, actions taken, and outcomes accurately in the ticketing system to maintain a complete audit trail
- Playbook Adherence: Execute standard response playbooks for common scenarios (phishing, brute force, suspicious logins) and contribute feedback for playbook improvements
- Shift Handover: Ensure smooth transition and communication between shifts with detailed handover notes
Technical Skills & Qualifications
- Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and operating systems (Windows/Linux)
- Hands on experience with SIEM tools and log analysis
- Basic familiarity with cloud security logs (Azure, Microsoft 365) is an advantage
- Familiarity with common attack vectors and the MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Experience with ticketing and case management platforms
- Relevant certifications preferred: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CEH
- Good analytical, communication, and problem solving skills with the ability to work calmly under pressure
- Hands on experience with network security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network traffic analysis for threat detection and incident response
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