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Senior Analyst – Security Operation Center (SOC)

Job Summary

The Senior SOC Analyst will be responsible for analyzing and investigating security-related logs in response to threats and defined Indicators of Compromise (IoCs). They will conduct threat hunting to proactively identify risks, document findings, and recommend actions to reduce threat impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day activities of Security Analysts, reviewing and supervising outputs.

  • Report to the SOC Operations Manager with detailed verbal and written updates.

  • Ensure timely and accurate alert communication to internal/external teams.

  • Support response teams in implementing countermeasures and mitigations.

  • Recommend improvements for operational effectiveness and SOC efficiency.

  • Monitor and analyze threat events, SIEM logs, and incident reports.

  • Conduct incident response in coordination with other SOC tiers.

  • Generate, prioritize, and escalate security incidents as needed.

  • Analyze and report on intrusion attempts, compromises, and attack patterns.

Education & Certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.

  • Preferred certifications:

    • GCIH, SSCP, CISSP, CEH

    • GIAC (additional advantage)

Experience & Skills

  • 8+ years in security, including 4+ years in SOC operations.

  • 5+ years in network forensics, threat analysis, or incident response.

  • Strong knowledge of networking, operating systems (Windows/Linux/Unix), and cybersecurity tools.

  • Experience with SIEM systems and log/data analytics (e.g., Elasticsearch).

  • Proficient in TCP/IP, malware analysis, firewall/proxy/antivirus tools.

  • Solid reporting and communication skills (English required; Arabic is a plus).

  • Strong troubleshooting and risk mitigation skills.

  • Ability to manage 24/7/365 shift environments and lead technical teams.

Behavioral Competencies

  • Decision-making & risk management

  • Customer and service orientation

  • Team leadership and collaboration

  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving

  • Result-driven execution

Company: Malomatia
Location: Doha, Qatar

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