SOC Analyst – Associate (L1)

About the role

Malomatia is seeking an Associate SOC Analyst (L1) to join its Security Operations Center. The role supports day‑to‑day L2/L3 operations, monitors security events, and works closely with customers to investigate and remediate incidents.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze alerts and log data in a SOC environment, assess severity, and prioritize incidents.
• Monitor Microsoft Sentinel and other SIEM tools to detect anomalies and potential security incidents.
• Conduct in‑depth investigations, determine scope, impact, and root cause, and collaborate with customers on escalation.
• Execute containment and remediation actions using predefined response strategies.
• Contribute to the creation and improvement of security processes, playbooks, and analytical rules to reduce false positives.
• Assist with vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, prioritising remediation efforts.
• Maintain accurate incident records and produce detailed reports with recommendations.
• Research emerging security concepts and share findings with internal teams and customers.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with SIEM technologies, preferably Microsoft Sentinel.
• Familiarity with EDR solutions such as Microsoft Defender.
• Strong understanding of Windows, Linux, and cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, Office 365).
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, WAN, LAN, common Internet protocols).
• Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certification is a plus.

Required skills

• Microsoft Sentinel
• Microsoft Defender
• Windows operating systems
• Linux operating systems
• Microsoft Azure
• Office 365
• SIEM platforms
• Web proxies
• Anti‑virus solutions
• Firewalls
• VPNs
• Authentication mechanisms
• Encryption technologies
• IPS/IDS
• TCP/IP networking
• WAN and LAN concepts
• Vulnerability assessment tools
• Penetration testing basics