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SOC Enginner

5 days ago De Aar, South Africa

Job Title: SOC Engineer

Overview
This role seeks an experienced and skilled SOC Engineer to join the team and safeguard the IT environment. SOC Engineer will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, ensuring the continuous protection of organizational assets.

Key Responsibilities

Initial Responsibilities

  • Security Monitoring & Incident Follow-up: Monitor IT infrastructure for potential security threats and promptly follow up on detected incidents.
  • Incident Management: Escalate, document, and assist in the remediation of security events.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with internal IT teams and stakeholders to coordinate effective security responses.
Growth & Advanced Responsibilities
  • Lead incident investigations and perform root cause analyses.
  • Develop and refine detection rules and automated alerts.
  • Contribute to improvements in SOC tools, processes, and workflows.

Requirements:
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in IT security or SOC operations.
  • Basic technical knowledge of infrastructure, networks, and security operations.
  • Familiarity with SOC tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS) and incident response frameworks.
  • Education at HBO level (or equivalent) in Cybersecurity, IT, or related fields.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative SOC environment.

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Client-provided location(s): De Aar, South Africa
Job ID: Infosys-141837BR
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-25T18:39:05

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • HSA
    • Short-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Sabbatical
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K)
      • Relocation Assistance
    • Professional Development

      • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)