SOC Intern

Role: SOC Intern Department: Cyber Security / Security Operations Centre (SOC) Reports To: SOC Team Lead / Security Manager Experience: Freshers Job Summary The Security Analyst Intern will assist the Security Operations Centre (SOC) team in monitoring, analysing, and responding to cybersecurity alerts and incidents. This internship provides hands-on exposure to real-world cybersecurity operations, security monitoring tools, threat detection techniques, and incident response processes. The intern will work closely with SOC analysts to learn security operations practices, analyse logs, investigate alerts, and support the organization's cybersecurity defence efforts. Key Responsibilities 1. Security Monitoring Support Assist in monitoring security alerts generated by SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and other security tools.Help review and categorize security alerts and events.Support SOC analysts in identifying potential security threats.2. Log Analysis Assist in analysing system and network logs for suspicious activities.Review logs from:Windows systemsLinux systemsNetwork devicesSecurity tools3. Alert Investigation Assistance Support analysts in investigating low-level security alerts.Help validate whether alerts are true positives or false positives.Document findings and observations in incident management systems.4. Threat Intelligence Research Conduct research on emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.Identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) such as malicious IPs, domains, and file hashes.Assist in updating threat intelligence databases.5. Vulnerability Monitoring Assist with vulnerability scan reviews.Help track identified vulnerabilities and remediation efforts.6. Documentation & Reporting Document security incidents, investigations, and daily SOC activities.Assist in preparing security reports and dashboards.7. Learning & Development Participate in internal cybersecurity training sessions.Learn SOC processes, incident response procedures, and security frameworks.Work on assigned cybersecurity learning tasks or projects. Required Qualifications Education Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Basic Technical Knowledge Familiarity with the following concepts is preferred: Cybersecurity Concepts Basic understanding of cybersecurity principlesSecurity threats and attack typesMalware basicsPhishing attacksNetworking Fundamentals Basic understanding of: TCP/IPDNSHTTP/HTTPSFirewallsVPNOperating Systems Basic familiarity with: WindowsLinuxSecurity Tools (Basic Awareness) Exposure to or knowledge of: SIEM platformsAntivirus/EDR toolsPreferred Skills Basic understanding of log analysisFamiliarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK)Knowledge of networking fundamentals Preferred Certifications (Optional) CompTIA Security+Google Cybersecurity CertificateCertified SOC Analyst (CSA)Any cybersecurity training program or bootcamp Soft Skills Strong analytical thinkingCuriosity and willingness to learnGood documentation and communication skillsAttention to detailAbility to work in a team environment Internship Details Internship Duration: 36 monthsWork Mode: On-site / Hybrid / Remote (as applicable)Mentorship provided by SOC analysts and security engineersOpportunity to gain practical cybersecurity experience Learning Outcomes By the end of the internship, candidates will gain exposure to: SOC operations and workflowsSecurity monitoring toolsBasic incident investigationLog analysis techniquesThreat intelligence research Role: SOC Intern Department: Cyber Security / Security Operations Centre (SOC) Reports To: SOC Team Lead / Security Manager Experience: Freshers Job Summary The Security Analyst Intern will assist the Security Operations Centre (SOC) team in monitoring, analysing, and responding to cybersecurity alerts and incidents. This internship provides hands-on exposure to real-world cybersecurity operations, security monitoring tools, threat detection techniques, and incident response processes. The intern will work closely with SOC analysts to learn security operations practices, analyse logs, investigate alerts, and support the organization's cybersecurity defence efforts. Key Responsibilities 1. Security Monitoring Support Assist in monitoring security alerts generated by SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and other security tools.Help review and categorize security alerts and events.Support SOC analysts in identifying potential security threats.2. Log Analysis Assist in analysing system and network logs for suspicious activities.Review logs from:Windows systemsLinux systemsNetwork devicesSecurity tools3. Alert Investigation Assistance Support analysts in investigating low-level security alerts.Help validate whether alerts are true positives or false positives.Document findings and observations in incident management systems.4. Threat Inte