Junior Security Analyst or Tier 1 SOC Analyst

?? Are you interested in starting a career as a Junior Security Analyst? Here's what you need to know!

In the Junior Security Analyst role, you'll be a Triage Specialist, spending a lot of time triaging and monitoring event logs and alerts. Responsibilities include:

?? Monitoring and investigating alerts in a 24x7 SOC operations environment.

?? Configuring and managing security tools.

?? Developing and implementing basic Intrusion Detection System (IDS) signatures.

?? Participating in SOC working groups and meetings.

?? Creating tickets and escalating security incidents to Tier 2 and Team Lead if needed.

Required qualifications (most common) for this role are:

?? 0-2 years of experience with Security Operations.

?? Basic understanding of Networking (OSI model or TCP/IP model), Operating Systems (Windows, Linux), and Web applications. To learn more about OSI and TCP/IP models, please refer to the Introductory Networking Room [URL].

?? Scripting/programming skills are a plus.

A desired certification for this role is CompTIA Security+

As you progress and advance your skills as a Junior Security Analyst, you will eventually move up to Tier 2 and Tier 3 roles in the Security Operations Center (SOC) Three-Tier Model.

High-level definition of the CompTIA Security+ exam:

The CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam is the latest and comprehensive certification in cybersecurity. It covers essential skills related to current threats, automation, zero trust, IoT, risk management, and more. By passing this exam, you will demonstrate your ability to:

- Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions.

- Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, IoT, and operational technology.

- Operate with an awareness of applicable regulations, policies, and principles of governance, risk, and compliance.

- Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.

Key points about the CompTIA Security+ exam:

- It is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements.

- ANSI accreditation provides confidence and trust in the outputs of an accredited program.

- Over 2.3 million CompTIA ISO/ANSI-accredited exams have been delivered since January 1, 2011.

Skills you will learn through the exam:

- General Security Concepts: Understanding key cybersecurity terminology and concepts as the foundation for security controls.

- Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations: Responding to common threats, cyberattacks, vulnerabilities, and security incidents, along with appropriate mitigation techniques for hybrid environments.

- Security Architecture: Understanding security implications of different architecture models, principles of securing enterprise infrastructure, and strategies to protect data.

- Security Operations: Applying and enhancing security and vulnerability management techniques, as well as understanding the security implications of proper hardware, software, and data management.

- Security Program Management & Oversight: Updated to reflect reporting and communication skills required for Security+ job roles related to governance, risk management, compliance, assessment, and security awareness.

By earning the CompTIA Security+ certification, you will validate your skills in recommending and implementing security solutions, making you a valuable asset to employers in the cybersecurity field.

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https://www.comptia.org/certifications/security

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