Remote Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Analyst

Company: Naukri Mitra
Salary: $108,334 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Remote

Job Description:

Naukri Mitra, a leading recruitment agency, is seeking a skilled and motivated Remote Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Analyst to join our client's cybersecurity team. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, highly analytical individual to work remotely, helping to protect organizational assets and contribute to maintaining robust cybersecurity standards. The successful candidate will be key in monitoring, analyzing, and addressing cybersecurity threats.

Role Overview:

As a Remote SIEM Analyst, you will monitor and manage security events across the organization daily. You will analyze potential threats, investigate incidents, and work closely with other IT and security teams to ensure the organization is effectively protected against cyberattacks. The role requires someone with excellent technical skills, a strong understanding of threat analysis, and the ability to act swiftly under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor Security Events: Continuously monitor and analyze security events using SIEM solutions to detect potential threats and anomalies.
• Incident Detection and Response: Identify, analyze, and respond to security incidents promptly while following the organization's incident response plan.
• Threat Analysis: Perform detailed threat analysis, investigate root causes of security issues, and work with internal stakeholders to mitigate risks.
• System Improvement: Work with the security team to optimize the SIEM system, contribute to refining alert rules, and enhance threat detection capabilities.
• Documentation: Document security incidents and findings, maintain a record of detected threats, and generate reports that can be communicated to key stakeholders.
• Incident Escalation: Significant threats or incidents should be escalated to senior analysts and security engineers, ensuring a coordinated and effective response.
• Threat Intelligence Integration: Integrate threat intelligence feeds into the SIEM to enhance the organization's ability to detect known and unknown threats.
• Security Tools Management: Assist in managing and configuring security tools, including but not limited to IDS/IPS, firewalls, antivirus, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, and vulnerability scanners.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other members of the security and IT teams to assess the security of internal systems and networks.
• Compliance Support: Contribute to security audits and assessments to ensure the organization's systems comply with relevant security standards and industry best practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a SIEM analyst or similar cybersecurity role.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of SIEM solutions, such as Splunk, ArcSight, QRadar, or LogRhythm. Ability to investigate and correlate events from multiple sources.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of attack vectors, cyberattack methodologies, threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Security Concepts: Knowledge of networking protocols, security technologies, firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security, and vulnerability management.
• Threat Analysis: Experience in threat hunting and analyzing security incidents, including malware analysis and triage.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to document security incidents clearly and provide actionable information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Certifications: Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), or GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler) are a plus.
• Analytical Ability: Excellent analytical skills, a proactive approach to identifying issues, and the ability to think outside the box.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail, with the ability to detect minute but critical information that may indicate an emerging threat.
• Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure and manage incidents effectively.

Preferred Skills:

• Cloud Security: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and experience with security monitoring of cloud-based systems.
• Scripting Languages: Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automating routine tasks.
• Experience with Threat Intelligence: Knowledge of working with threat intelligence platforms and incorporating intelligence feeds into SIEM.
• Security Frameworks: Understanding industry-standard frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and ISO 27001.

Key Attributes:

• Team Player: The ability to work as part of a distributed team with a collaborative approach to solving complex security challenges.
• Self-motivated: Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Continuous Learning: Keen to stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, technologies, and industry trends.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive Salary: Earn an annual salary of $108,334, reflecting your skills and experience.
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement in the growing field of cybersecurity.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a team that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning.

Why Join Naukri Mitra?

At Naukri Mitra, we are committed to connecting talented professionals with leading companies that prioritize cybersecurity. We value our employees' growth and success and strive to provide opportunities for career development. As a Remote SIEM Analyst, you will play a vital role in enhancing our client's cybersecurity posture while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work environment. If you have a passion for cybersecurity and are eager to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply:

If you want to join Naukri Mitra as a Remote Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Analyst, please submit your updated resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for applying for this position.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of background, race, gender, or orientation. We look forward to adding talented individuals to our client's team, which is committed to making the world safer through effective cybersecurity measures.