Junior Cyber Security Analyst

Role:

We are seeking a Junior Cyber Security Analyst who is passionate about IT security and dedicated to strengthening our defences. This role is based in Mumbai and involves working as part of a small, agile security team, with the Cyber Security Head located in Singapore.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles to gain hands-on experience in a real-world environment. You will be responsible for monitoring our systems, analysing security alerts, and responding to potential incidents under the guidance of our senior team members. We are looking for a quick learner who is passionate about cybersecurity and eager to develop their skills. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, but we strongly encourage recent graduates with demonstrable skills, certifications, and a relentless passion for learning to apply.

Key Responsibilities ·

• Security Monitoring: Monitor security alerts from various sources including SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and Email systems.
• Triage & Analysis: Perform initial triage and investigation of security events to determine severity, potential impact, and false positives.
• Incident Response: Assist in the response, mitigation, and documentation of security incidents.
• Vulnerability Management: Support the team by scanning for vulnerabilities and assisting with the prioritization and tracking of remediation efforts.
• Threat Intelligence: Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and trends.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of incidents, investigations, and operational procedures in our knowledge base.
• Tool Management: Learn to use and help maintain key security tools and technologies.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; OR equivalent hands-on experience and certifications.
• Up to 2 years of professional experience in a cybersecurity
• Foundational understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, VPNs).
• Basic knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux).
• Familiarity with core cybersecurity concepts (e.g., CIA Triad, kill chain, attack vectors).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proven passion for cybersecurity and a desire to build a career in this field.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have):

• 1-2 years of experience in a SOC or security-focused role.
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM (Devo, Elastic, Sentinel), EDR (SentinelOne), vulnerability scanners(Qualys, Kali Linux) or patching tool(ManageEngine).
• Familiarity with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or CIS Controls.

One or more entry-level certifications such as: · CompTIA Security+ ·GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) · Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) from (ISC)²· Scripting or programming familiarity (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash