SOC Analyst
On-site · Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan
Job Summary
SOC Analyst in Mobiz's 24×7 Security Operations Center responsible for monitoring, triaging, and investigating cybersecurity alerts across managed client environments. Work with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, Entra ID, and Defender tools to validate incidents, escalate threats, and support incident response. Perform initial investigations to determine true positives vs. false positives, document investigations in ITSM systems (ServiceNow), and assist with containment actions under guidance. Conduct threat analysis, perform KQL-based searches, monitor identity protection alerts, investigate phishing and email security events, and contribute to knowledge base and operational documentation. Requires collaboration with SOC Engineers and SOC Manager, on-site in Islamabad, Pakistan, with a strong emphasis on analytical thinking, incident handling, and continuous learning in a fast-paced MSSP environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 3-5 years of cybersecurity, SOC, IT support, or security operations experience
- Basic hands-on exposure to SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, or equivalent
- Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) and Defender for Office 365 (MDO)
- Understanding of common cybersecurity threats including phishing, malware, ransomware, credential theft, and brute-force attacks
- Basic understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework concepts
- Experience using ticketing or ITSM systems such as ServiceNow
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail
- Good written and verbal communication skills
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