Security Operations Center (SOC) Tier 2 Analyst

Job Description

Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.
Your Role and Responsibilities
We are looking for a SOC Tier 2 Analyst to support our Security Services team. As a SOC Tier 2 Analyst you will be responsible for monitoring, triage, communication of security incidents for the client. Analysts will use SIEM technology to investigate alerts that are escalated from Tier 1, the client, or from intelligence sources. Furthermore, the SOC Tier 2 Analyst may be required to both monitor and utilize third party toolsets to assist with the identification of security threats, apply various techniques to identify and track cyber threats and analyze various data sources related to security events. The IBM Tier 2 Analyst will communicate with the security team, architects, managers and clients on a regular basis through various methods to ensure operational awareness.
Main tasks and responsibilities will include:

• Determine if the security alert should be classified as a security incident
• Analysis method of attack or threat
• Analysis of actor or object of the attack or threat
• Analysis of known targets and purpose of the attack or threat
• Impact analysis of the attack or threat both in terms of kill chain stage and risk magnitude
• Incident handling support
• Use case/rule tuning recommendations
• Testing and maintenance of response procedures
• Participate in lessons learned workshops

Additional benefits:

• Internal and external training and certifications
• Upskilling programs, wide possibilities of skills’ development
• Multisport card
• Private medical package (Medicover) and insurance package
• Fresh fruits in the office
• Cinema, ski, and mountain trips for IBMers
• Holiday camps for children
• Discounts for IBMers (for a wide range of services/products)
• Social Fund benefits

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience with SIEM technology and tools (such as RSA, ArcSight, Splunk and QRadar), anti-Virus/Malware, anti-DDOS, WAF, FW Rules Management, forensic tools
• Excellent Knowledge and experience in IT Security Technologies
• Background in Vulnerability Management, Security Incident Management, Forensic Analysis
• Ability to translate security impacts to the wider business
• Willingness to work outside office hours as part of the CSIRT Team
• Ability to work in an international context and excellent communication skills
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and working relationships in a project-based / client-serving model, and to work closely with people at different levels of an organization
• University degree in Information Technology or CompTIA Security +, GCIH, GCIA, CEH, OSCP or equivalent certifications
• English is a mandatory language requirement

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• 3+ years of experience operating in a Security Operations Center Analyst or similar role
• GCIA or equivalent certification
• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Cybersecurity or equivalent
• English is a mandatory language requirement

About Business Unit
IBM’s Cloud and Cognitive software business is committed to bringing the power of IBM’s Cloud and Watson/AI technologies to life for our clients and ecosystem partners around the world. IBM provides you with the most comprehensive and consistent approach to development, security and operations across hybrid environments—with complete software solutions for business and IT operations, development, data science, security, and management. Our experts and software capabilities help organizations develop applications once and deploy them anywhere, integrate security across the breadth of their IT estate, and automate operations with management visibility. With IBM, you also have access to new skills and methods, governance and management approaches, and a deep ecosystem of industry experts and partners.
Your Life @ IBM
What matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?
Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.
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About IBM
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Location Statement
For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
Being You @ IBM
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.