SOC Specialist

Oman Investment Authority

Employer Active

Posted 11 hrs ago

Experience

2 - 4 Years

Job Location

Oman - Oman

Education

Bachelor of Science(Computers)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Monitor, investigate, and analyze security alerts and incidents using SIEM and other security monitoring tools.

Perform incident triage, validation, and containment for medium to high-severity threats.

Conduct in-depth analysis of log data, network traffic, and endpoint telemetry to identify root causes and attack patterns.

Fine-tune detection rules, correlation logic, and dashboards to enhance detection accuracy and reduce false positives.

Develop and maintain detection use cases based on the MITRE ATT&CK framework and client-specific threat profiles.

Collaborate with Level 1 analysts to guide investigations and validate escalated incidents.

Coordinate with SOC Team Lead and other cybersecurity teams for incident response and remediation.

Prepare and deliver incident reports, summaries, and security recommendations to clients as part of MSSP service delivery.

Maintain effective communication with clients regarding ongoing incidents, service updates, and follow-up actions.

Ensure that all incidents are handled and reported in alignment with client SLAs and security policies.

Document detailed investigation reports, root cause analyses, and lessons learned to support knowledge sharing.

Contribute to automation efforts by identifying repetitive tasks suitable for SOAR playbooks or scripts.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, training, and knowledge-sharing sessions within the SOC.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualification

Bachelor s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Advanced technical certifications or equivalent work experience will be considered.

Certification

Relevant intermediate-level cybersecurity certification such as CompTIA CySA+, BLTv1, BTLv2, HTB CDSA are an advantage.

Experience

From 2 4 years of experience in SOC or equivalent cybersecurity operations.

Proven experience with SIEM, endpoint protection, and network security solutions.

Hands-on experience in incident response, forensic investigation, and threat hunting.

Exposure to MSSP operations, client communication, and service delivery processes.

Strong understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and detection engineering.

Skills

Strong analytical and investigative abilities with attention to detail.

Proficiency in SIEM tools, incident handling, and log correlation techniques.

Good understanding of network protocols, malware behavior, and system vulnerabilities.

Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients and internal teams.

Ability to work under pressure in a 24/7 SOC environment and make quick, informed decisions.

Competency

Behavioral

Planning & coordination

Achievement orientation

Personal effectiveness

Negotiation

Collaboration

Core

Integrity & Ethical behavior

Operational excellence

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Creativity & innovation

Technical

Threat Intelligence & Analysis

Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing

Incident Response & Management

Security Architecture & Engineering

Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

Security Awareness & Training

Risk Management & Assessment

Cyber Digital Forensics Analysis

Cyber Security Compliance

Cyber Security Risk Assessment

Cyber Security Customer Support

Vulnerability and Penetration Testing

Cyber Security Threat Management

Cyber Security Monitoring and Reporting

Cyber Security Strategy Management

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • SOC Specialist

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Oman Investment Authority

https://jadarah.oia.gov.om/