SOC Analyst

Job Description & Summary

About the team

For us, a SOC is not just a ticket or detection "washing machine." Our understanding of a SOC includes monitoring and event detection and analysis, investigation of incidents and their remediation, and post-incident activities. We deliver services to our clients that consist of an analytic approach utilizing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, together with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR/XDR) tools, as well as other technologies and tools that allow us to provide comprehensive services.

About your manager

Ivana has over 7 years of experience across different IT fields and a focus on Cybersecurity for the last 5 years. Ivana is known for being a supportive team player. She is committed to nurturing the growth and development of each team member, ensuring they reach their full potential. Their collaborative approach and dedication to professional development inspire a thriving and innovative work environment. In her free time, Ivana is a sporty person, she likes running, swimming, triathlons and all kinds of endurance sport races.

Job description & summary

SOC Analyst is primarily responsible to identify and analyze threats in the clients environment, leveraging Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) & Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) tools, performing log analysis and investigation to reach conclusions based on evidence with high degree of confidence. Further responsibilities cover the continuous improvement through service development, guidelines and procedures update as well as the contribution to larger cross-disciplinary projects for major clients.

We provide an opportunity to grow in the Cyber Security field - whether your desire is to be the go-to SOC Architect, Digital Forensics & Incident Response (DFIR) expert, Threat Hunter, Cyber Threat Intelligence professional, this is the team to be. With clients coming from Czech Republic as well as from the wider EMEA region, you will have the opportunity to grow your technical expertise or consulting skills (or both) of a lifetime.

What matters to us

• Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience
• Consistent, reliable and professional personality, capable of working within international & diverse teams
• Previous SOC/CERT/CSIRT (or equivalent) experience highly desired
• Hands-on skills within the information security field, with special focus towards system & log analysis or network & OS (Windows, Linux) administration

What will help you stand out

• Working knowledge of the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools like Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, Tanium, QRadar, FireEye
• Previous experience in working in the global enterprise environment
• Deeper experience in any (or more) of the following areas:

- Security/Network Analysis

- Incident Response

- Cyber Threat Intelligence

- Threat and Vulnerability Management

- Digital Forensics

• Czech language is an advantage
• Industry recognized certifications either in the area of general information security or focused towards Threat Management can be plus

Why you’ll enjoy working here

• Professional growth that matches your ambitions and pace. Gain in months the kind of experience that can take years to build elsewhere. 
• Fair pay with no gaps. We are among the few companies in the Czech Republic certified for Equal Pay. 
• A flexible benefits programme with 30,000 points to spend on what matters most to you. 
• 30 days of paid time off, including three well-being days and two additional days off at the end of the year. 
• An opportunity to give back to the community with one paid volunteering day every year. 
• The chance to work from one of PwC’s international offices (available from the Senior Associate level). 
• We support your learning and development journey: We offer training in business skills (such as presentation and communication skills, assertiveness, and giving feedback) as well as digital skills (including Alteryx, Power BI, and AI). Our technical training will help you understand the full deals transaction lifecycle and how to present our findings to clients in a clear and impactful way. We also cover the cost of professional certifications, such as CFA. 
• A buddy programme, regular feedback, and access to a coach who can support your professional development and career path. 
• Extensive well-being support and initiatives promoting a healthy lifestyle, from Dr. Digital and Human Dynamic programmes to workplace yoga and running events. 
• An ultrabook and an iPhone with unlimited data. 
• Social events and Away Days.   

Check us out on: Cyber & Privacy | Czech Republic

At PwC, we help clients solve today’s and tomorrow’s challenges across audit, consulting, tax, legal, technology, and data. We create an environment where people can learn, grow, and build a career in their own way. We believe the best results come from diverse experiences and perspectives. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves, build on their strengths, and contribute to work that makes a real impact.

Interested in joining us? We’d love to hear from you and tell you more about this opportunity.

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