SOC Analyst - 12-Month Contract

SOC Analyst - 12-Month Contract (Hybrid, Cork)

Overview
On behalf of my clien in Cork I'm seeking a SOC Analyst to support day-to-day security monitoring and incident response activities within a Security Operations environment. This role will focus on threat detection, alert triage, and escalation across enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse security alerts using SIEM tools

• Triage and investigate incidents in line with SOC playbooks

• Analyse logs from endpoints, networks, and cloud platforms

• Support incident response and remediation activities

• Maintain accurate incident documentation and reporting

Required Experience

• Experience in a SOC or security analyst role

• Hands-on exposure to SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, etc.)

• Understanding of network fundamentals and common threats

• Strong analytical and communication skills

Nice to Have

• Incident response or cloud security exposure

• EDR tools, scripting, or relevant certifications