SOC Analyst L2

National Telecommunication and Information Security Board (NTISB)

Pakistan

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PKR. 8 - 8/Month

We are seeking a skilled SOC Analyst with a minimum of four years of professional experience, including at least two years in a recent SOC analyst role. The ideal candidate will be responsible for investigating complex security incidents, conducting root cause analysis, and executing advanced incident response activities to protect organizational assets. This role requires a proactive approach to threat hunting and the ability to analyze malware and correlate data from multiple sources to detect and mitigate cyber threats effectively. Candidates must be under 40 years of age, with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and preferably hold certifications related to incident handling or SOC operations.

Key Responsibilities
- Conduct deep-dive investigations into escalated security incidents to determine the full scope and impact of attacks.
- Perform root cause analysis to identify how adversaries gained access and uncover security vulnerabilities.
- Execute advanced incident response tasks, including containment, eradication, and system recovery.
- Proactively engage in threat hunting using behavioral analytics to detect hidden or persistent threats within the network.
- Analyze malware behavior in sandbox environments to identify Indicators of Compromise (IoCs).
- Correlate data across multiple log sources such as Firewalls, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and Cloud logs to reconstruct attacker movements.
- Fine-tune Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) correlation rules and alert thresholds to enhance detection accuracy and reduce false positives for Tier 1 analysts.
- Collaborate with IT and infrastructure teams to implement security patches and configuration changes as needed.
- Develop and maintain automated playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for SOC operations.
- Integrate external threat intelligence feeds to stay updated on emerging threats and zero-day exploits.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline.
- Minimum of four years of relevant experience, with at least two years as a SOC analyst.
- Age limit: Maximum 40 years (including a five-year general age relaxation; no further relaxation applicable).
- Experience working with various log sources and security tools such as SIEM, EDR, and sandbox environments.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Certifications related to Incident Handling, SOC operations, or offensive security are highly desirable.
- Candidates with advanced degrees such as MSc, MS, MPhil, or BE in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related fields will be given preference.
- The position offers placement at PPS-8 grade/pay scale.
- Two vacancies are available for qualified candidates.
- The application deadline is October 12, 2026.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to advance their career in cybersecurity within a dynamic and challenging environment. The role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across technical teams to enhance the organization’s security posture.