Job description

Reference No: 3447

Office Type: Office

Elevate Your Career with Zalaris

Zalaris is a rapidly expanding global leader in Tech HR and payroll solutions.

We’re big enough for you to grow and be a part of an international environment but small enough for you to be visible and truly make a difference.

We foster open communication and short decision-making paths that encourage creative and innovative thinking.

Zalaris’ culture is rooted in values inspired by Nordic working ethos: everyone matters, aiming high and team spirit. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone brings their own uniqueness. Zalaris’ employees come from different backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life, and we are proud of it.

Role Summary

At Zalaris, we simplify HR and payroll administration for organisations across Europe. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a Cyber Security Operations Analyst L2 to strengthen our Security Operations Centre (SOC) and help safeguard our systems, data, and customers.

In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and responding to security events and incidents across our enterprise environment. You will work closely with senior security specialists and IT teams to identify threats, analyse risks, and contribute to a robust security posture.

This is a full-time, office-based role located in Chennai. We are looking for someone who can join as soon as possible and is comfortable working in a 24/7 SOC environment with rotational shifts and rotational weekly rest days.

Your Responsibilities

Monitor security events and alerts using security monitoring platforms and SIEM tools
Investigate and analyse security incidents, alerts, and suspicious activities
Respond to incidents and ensure timely resolution within defined SLAs
Escalate complex or non-standard incidents to senior security analysts and shift leads
Track incidents through their full lifecycle and ensure proper documentation
Assist L2 and L3 security teams with investigations and incident response activities
Support threat detection and vulnerability assessment activities
Contribute to security awareness and provide guidance on cyber security best practices
Follow established security procedures, playbooks, and operational processes

What we're looking for

Minimum 2 years of experience in Cyber Security Operations, SOC, Incident Response, or a related security role
Ability to work in a 24/7 SOC environment
Hands-on experience with incident investigation and response in a large enterprise environment
Experience working with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, ELK, or Microsoft Sentinel
Experience with Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions, preferably Microsoft Defender
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 Security technologies
Good understanding of cloud security concepts and platforms such as Microsoft Azure and AWS
Knowledge of cyber threats, attack techniques, threat actors, Indicators of Compromise (IOC), and Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTP)
Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field

Nice to have

CEH, CompTIA Security+, CCNA Security, or similar security certifications
Experience with digital forensics and threat hunting
Exposure to security automation and orchestration tools
Understanding of emerging cyber security risks, including AI-related threats

What we offer

Competitive compensation with local benefits
Opportunity to work in an international organisation supporting customers across Europe
Hands-on work with modern security tools and technologies
Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
A collaborative, supportive, and international work environment
Long-term career growth within a stable and growing organization
The chance to make a meaningful impact on the security of a growing international business

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