SOC Analyst L1/L2

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SOC Analyst supporting cybersecurity operations for a financial markets management company. Involved in threat hunting and defining SIEM and EDR solutions rules.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timePorto • 🇵🇹 PortugalMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity with a strong focus on threat hunting, incident response, and the development of detection rules for SIEM and EDR platforms. Capable of conducting thorough investigations and providing actionable recommendations to enhance security processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Threat HuntingSIEM Rule DevelopmentEDR SolutionsIncident ResponseAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityThreat HuntingSIEMEDRIncident ResponseRoot Cause AnalysisDetection RulesSecurity Best Practices

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SIEMEDRIDS/IPSFirewalls

Industry Keywords

Security AlertsThreat IntelligenceSOC ProcessesMitigation Strategies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security tools.
Conduct threat hunting activities to identify potential risks proactively.
Develop, tune, and maintain detection rules in SIEM and EDR platforms.
Investigate and triage security incidents, escalating complex cases when needed.
Perform root cause analysis and provide actionable recommendations.
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to implement mitigation strategies.
Document incidents, findings, and improvements to SOC processes and playbooks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat hunting.
Proven experience defining rules for SIEM and EDR solutions.
Familiarity with incident response, threat intelligence, and security best practices.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good communication skills in English.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 operational environment (including shift work, if required).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employment Contract;
Health Insurance;
Meal Card;
Gym Ticket;
Hybrid work (Porto) - 4x per week at the office.