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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