Soc - Analyst Internship - Full time Opportunities

About This Role

Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst (SOC) Intern (Cybersecurity) - Potential Full-Time Role

Location: Dubai, UAE

Company Overview:

ProofOps is a leading provider of cutting-edge cybersecurity managed services, dedicated to

safeguarding organizations across the UAE and the Middle East. We pride ourselves on delivering

comprehensive, service-oriented solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a sharp, inquisitive CybersecurityAnalyst Intern to join our 24×7 Security

Operations Center (SOC). This 6‑month internship offers hands‑on experience in real‑world

threat monitoring, triage, and incident response, with the possibility of a full‑time offer based on

performance. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a

fast‑paced, shift‑based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitoring & Detection:

• Use SIEM, EDR, and XDR platforms to monitor logs, alerts, and telemetry in real time.
• Perform initial triage, classify events, and escalate true positives per SOPs.
• Correlate multi‑source data to spot malicious patterns and reduce false positives.

Incident Response Support:

• Assist senior analysts during containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
• Document incident timelines, evidence, and lessons learned for post‑mortems.
• Contribute to runbook updates and creation of new detection rules.

Threat Intelligence & Reporting:

• Enrich alerts with internal and external threat‑intel feeds (IP, hash, domain).
• Produce daily shift reports and concise incident summaries for customers.
• Track key SOC KPIs (MTTD, MTTR, case volumes) and suggest improvements.

Platform Maintenance & Tuning:

• Review and fine‑tune correlation rules, playbooks, and parsing logic.
• Validate log ingestion from new data sources and troubleshoot gaps.
• Assist with automation scripts/playbooks to streamline repetitive tasks.

Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing:

• Work closely with engineering and customer success to ensure smooth incident

hand‑offs.

• Participate in tabletop exercises and blue‑team drills to enhance response readiness.
• Stay current on emerging threats and share insights with the wider ProofOps team.Key Qualifications:

Experience & Skills:

• Final‑year students or fresh graduates in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related

fields.

• Foundational knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, OSI), Windows/Linux internals, and

common attack vectors.

• Familiarity with at least one security platform (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS) through coursework,

labs, or CTFs.

• Basic scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) are a plus.
• Industry certifications in progress (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CC, or equivalent) are

advantageous.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear incident documentation.
• Ability to manage stress, prioritize tasks, and work rotating shifts (including

nights/weekends).

• Team player with a growth mindset and willingness to take initiative.

What We Offer:

• Internship stipend with the potential for full‑time employment.
• Immersive experience in a modern SOC with exposure to leading security technologies.
• Mentorship from senior analysts and support toward relevant certifications.
• Clear career‑growth pathways across blue, purple, and red‑team tracks.
• Flexible, hybrid work environment with a culture that values learning and innovation.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• can join immediately

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person