SOC Trainee

3 days ago

Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan Technical Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Monitor security alerts and logs from various sources including SIEM tools

Assist in identifying and responding to security incidents

Perform initial triage and escalate incidents as per defined procedures

Help analyze suspicious activities and provide basic threat intelligence

Document incident response steps and findings

Participate in vulnerability assessments and security audits

Support SOC analysts in creating and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Stay updated with the latest cyber threats and trends



Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (completed or final year) in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Skills & Knowledge:

  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and network protocols

  • Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk, IBM QRadar), antivirus, and firewalls

  • Knowledge of common threats, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques

  • Ability to analyze logs and identify anomalies

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • Good communication and documentation skills

  • Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Preferred (Not Mandatory):

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security , CEH, or any SOC-specific training)

  • Experience with Linux/Windows command-line tools

  • Exposure to scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)