Identity Security Fundamentals Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools and other security platforms.
• Investigate, analyze, and respond to security incidents and alerts.
• Perform incident triage, containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
• Conduct log analysis to identify suspicious activities and security breaches.
• Document incidents, investigation findings, and remediation steps.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to resolve vulnerabilities and security gaps.
• Support threat detection, threat hunting, and vulnerability management activities.
• Maintain and improve incident response procedures and playbooks.
• Participate in post-incident reviews and provide recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Assist in implementing security monitoring tools and controls.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and incident response processes.
• Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel, etc.).
• Knowledge of network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, and network logs analysis.
• Understanding of threat intelligence, malware analysis, and attack vectors.
• Experience with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good documentation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2 5 years of experience in security operations, SOC, or incident response.
• Relevant certifications are a plus: CompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), GIAC / GCIH, CISSP (preferred for senior roles)

Preferred Skills

• Experience with EDR/XDR tools (CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, Defender).
• Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Familiarity with automation and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Experience working in a SOC environment.

For applications and inquiries, contact: hirings@openkyber.com