Senior SOC Analyst

About The Job

About The Role

What You'll Do

• Lead investigation and analysis of escalated security incidents from SOC Level 1 analysts within the ithr technologies Security Operations Center.
• Perform advanced threat detection, correlation, and root cause analysis across 4G/5G RAN and Core network environments managed by ithr technologies.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities within telecom and Private 5G environments.
• Analyze network traffic, logs, and security alerts to identify sophisticated attack patterns and security breaches.
• Develop and fine-tune SIEM use cases, detection rules, and alerting mechanisms to enhance the security posture of ithr technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to SOC L1 analysts.
• Coordinate incident response activities including containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and executive summaries for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Work closely with network, IT, and OT teams to remediate vulnerabilities and strengthen overall security controls.
• Identify security gaps and recommend continuous improvements to SOC processes and operational controls at ithr technologies.
• Ensure compliance with established security policies and telecom security standards.
• Support 24/7 SOC operations, including participation in shift rotations as required.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 4–8+ years of experience in SOC, cybersecurity operations, or telecom security environments.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, routing, switching, and network security principles.
• Solid experience in 4G/5G technologies, protocols, and associated security risks.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM and SOAR platforms.
• Strong experience working with tools such as Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Experience in ISP, telecom, or Private 5G environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of IT and OT security frameworks and architectures.
• Experience with incident response and digital forensics is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Ability to lead investigations and mentor junior team members.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts to support continuous SOC coverage at ithr technologies.

Benefits Of Working At Ithr Technologies

• Shift allowance and flexibility: Rotational shift structure supporting 24/7 SOC operations, with appropriate shift allowances where applicable.
• Training and development budget: Dedicated annual budget for cybersecurity training, SIEM/SOAR specialization, 4G/5G security certifications, and continuous professional development.
• High-growth, high-ownership role: Opportunity to work in advanced 4G/5G and Private 5G environments, handling real-time security incidents and developing strong technical expertise.
• Strong technical backing: Work closely with senior analysts, threat intelligence teams, network engineers, and IT/OT specialists to investigate and remediate security incidents effectively.
• Tools and enablement: Access to enterprise-grade SIEM, SOAR, threat intelligence platforms, and telecom security tools to perform advanced monitoring and analysis.
• Career progression: Clear growth path from SOC Analyst (L1) to Senior SOC Analyst (L2/L3), SOC Lead, or Security Architect based on performance and certifications.
• Culture: A security-focused team that values precision, accountability, continuous learning, and collaboration in a fast-paced SOC environment.