SOC Analyst - Townsville, Australia

ABOUT DYSRUPIT

DysrupIT is a leading Australia based cloud services company. We support clients across the globe in their adoption of the cloud and their transformation to as-a-Service business models. DysrupIT is dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities it serves.

COMPANY CULTURE

We are constantly looking for talented people to join our team. We offer a unique and extraordinary career experience to motivate and inspire talents like you to make a difference in our customers, clients, and the entire organization. At DysrupIT, you'll join a team of dedicated and brilliant professionals who shares the same of goal of pursuing integrity and excellence. We are committed to promoting a culture where employees are valued and respected. We invest in our employees and make sure that they will have the right training to secure their growth and advancement towards their career aspirations.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking skilled Level 2 and Level 3 SOC Analysts to join our dynamic cybersecurity team in Townsville, Australia. As a Level 2/3 SOC Analyst, you will play a key role in monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to security incidents within our organization's network and infrastructure.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor security event logs and alerts generated by security tools to identify potential security incidents.
• Investigate and analyze security incidents to determine their severity and impact.
• Respond to security incidents promptly and effectively to contain and mitigate the threat.
• Conduct detailed forensic analysis and root cause analysis of security incidents.
• Develop and maintain SOC documentation, including incident response procedures and playbook.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security measures and enhance the organization's security posture.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior analysts on incident handling and response procedures.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of complex security incidents escalated from Level 2 analysts.
• Develop and implement advanced security measures to detect and prevent sophisticated cyber threats.
• Participate in incident response exercises and tabletop simulations to enhance the organization's incident response capabilities.
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and industry best practices.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
• Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a security operations center or similar role for Level 2, and minimum of 5 years for Level 3.
• Proficiency in security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and methodologies.
• Experience with incident response procedures and methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) are preferred.

SOFT SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and flexible
• Organized and keen to details.
• Can work well within a team.
• Has the initiative and self-drive
• Able to work independently and under minimal supervision.