Cybersecurity Specialist (SOC)

Discover your 100% YOU with MicroSourcing!

Position: Cybersecurity Specialist (SOC)

Location: Eastwood, Quezon City

Work setup & shift: Onsite | Nightshift

Why join MicroSourcing?

You'll Have

• Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
• A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements
• Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement
• Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture
  
  

Your Role

As a Cybersecurity Specialist (SOC), you will:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, logs, and user reports to detect potential threats
• Triage and prioritize security incidents based on severity, impact, and urgency
• Investigate network traffic, endpoint data, and logs to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and attack vectors
• Execute incident response playbooks and perform containment actions such as isolating hosts, blocking IPs, and disabling accounts
• Conduct root cause analysis and perform digital forensics to determine the scope and timeline of incidents
• Support system recovery efforts and recommend remediation actions to prevent recurrence
• Document incident response activities and prepare detailed reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with IT teams, business units, and external vendors during incident response and recovery efforts
• Utilize and maintain security tools such as SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and forensic platforms
• Identify opportunities to enhance detection capabilities, response processes, and overall security posture
  
  

What You Need

Non-negotiables

• Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 2–3 years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably within a SOC or incident response environment
• Proficiency in analyzing and correlating security logs (system, application, network, and cloud)
• Hands-on experience with core security technologies (SIEM, EDR, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, network packet capture/analysis tools)
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, routing, switching)
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, including security principles and logging mechanisms
• Familiarity with common cyber threats and attack vectors (phishing, ransomware, web exploits, APTs)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure in fast-paced, high-impact environments
• High level of integrity and adherence to security and ethical standards
  
  

Preferred Skills/expertise

• Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, GCFE, CySA+, CEH, CHFI, CISSP, or equivalent
• Scripting experience (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis
• Experience with cloud security and incident response in AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and integration into incident response workflows
• Experience developing or improving incident response playbooks and procedures
  
  

About MicroSourcing

With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.

Our commitment to 100% YOU

MicroSourcing firmly believes that our company's strength lies in our people's diversity and talent. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces individuals of all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for everyone, embracing different perspectives, and making room for opportunities for each individual to thrive.

At MicroSourcing, equality is not merely a slogan – it's our commitment. Our way of life. Here, we don't just accept your unique authentic self - we celebrate it, valuing every individual's contribution to our collective success and growth. Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%!

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