Senior SOC Analyst - Brussels, Ghent, Bruges (90% Remote) - IT Service Integrator
Important: This is a long term freelance position with the option to extend.
Are you an experienced cybersecurity expert who is driven by detecting and combating advanced threats?
Do you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for protecting organizations against cyberattacks? If so, we are looking for you!
As a Senior SOC Analyst, you will play a crucial role in our Security Operations Center (SOC). You will be responsible for monitoring our systems, analysing security events, and coordinating incident response activities. With your in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity and experience with advanced detection techniques, you will help prevent and detect threats before they can cause damage.
What you will be doing
As a SOC Analyst, you will have a helicopter view of detection, triage, analysis, and response within our Cyber Defense Center. Your responsibilities will include:
* Proactively monitoring security events and identifying potential threats
* Providing support to first-line analysts and acting as an escalation point for high-impact incidents
* Managing operational customer contact, informing customers about the quality and progress of operations in two-way conversations.
* Performing quality checks to ensure the highest standards in analyses, notifications, and reports to customers.
* Facilitate seamless communication and process improvements between different teams within the Cyber Defense Center.
* Proactively provide new detective/preventive advice based on current threats and developments.
* Coach and mentor new employees to build a competent team.
* Optimize collaboration between departments within the Cyber Defense Center.
What we ask of you
* At least a bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
* A passion for cybersecurity and a strong drive to protect organizations.
* At least 3 years of experience in a similar role within a SOC environment.
* In-depth knowledge of network security, log analysis, SIEM tools, and attack detection techniques.
* Experience with Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and forensic analysis.
* Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GIAC are an advantage.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
* Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.