Job Description
Imagine being part of one of the most successful IT companies in Europe. Turn imagination into reality and apply for this exciting career opportunity in Devoteam.
L2 SECURITY ANALYST
We are seeking a Level 2 (L2) Security Analyst for our Security Operations Center (SOC), with solid experience in SIEM/SOAR solutions, especially Google SecOps, CrowdStrike NG-SIEM and Microsoft/AWS/GCP ecosystems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in creating threat detection use cases, and deep knowledge of EDR/XDR technologies and networks/communications.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Detection and Response:
1. Analyze and investigate medium to high-complexity security alerts, with a goal of resolving 80% without escalation to L3
2. Perform root cause analysis on complex incidents, documenting findings and recommendations
3. Coordinate incident responses involving multiple systems and cloud platforms
Detection Engineering:
4. Design, implement, and optimize detection use cases based on MITRE ATT&CK
5. Tune correlation rules in SIEM and detection policies in EDR/XDR to reduce false positives
6. Validate and test new detections before production implementation
Platforms and Tools:
7. Operate and manage Google Chronicle SecOps, CrowdStrike Falcon Next-Gen SIEM and PaloAlto XSIAM as primary platforms
8. Manage detections in Microsoft 365 Defender, Azure Sentinel, and AWS Security Hub
9. Utilize PaloAlto Cortex XSIAM for threat analysis and investigations
Continuous Improvement:
10. Develop automation scripts (Python/PowerShell) for repetitive tasks and alert enrichment
11. Mentor and provide technical support to L1 analysts
12. Contribute to technical documentation, playbooks, and operational procedures
13. Participate in proactive threat hunting exercises
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
14. Fluent English (C1/C2 level) - both written and verbal communication
15. 2-4 years of experience in SOC operations, with at least 1 year in an L2 role
16. Hands-on experience with at least two of these SIEM/SOAR platforms "Google Chronicle SecOps","Palo Alto XSIAM","CrowdStrike Falcon Next-Gen SIEM", "Microsoft Sentinel"
17. Demonstrable experience with EDR/XDR solutions (CrowdStrike Falcon, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, SentinelOne, Cortex XDR or Sophos)
18. Proficiency in query languages: KQL (Kusto), SPL (Splunk), or SQL
19. Strong knowledge of networks and protocols: TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, network traffic analysis
20. Experience in Microsoft 365 environments (Exchange Online, Azure AD, Defender)
Highly Valued:
21. Hands-on experience with PaloAlto Cortex XSIAM, Google Secops, CrowdStrike NG-SIEM
22. Scripting/automation skills: Python, PowerShell, or Bash
23. Experience developing detection use cases based on frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK)
24. Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms (SOCRadar, Google GTI, MISP)
Certifications (Optional but Valued):
25. Platform-specific certifications: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200), CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Administrator, or Google Chronicle Security Operations
26. GIAC: GCIA, GCIH, or GCFA
27. CompTIA Security+ or CySA+
28. Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) from EC-Council
Professional Competencies
29. Analytical capacity and critical thinking for complex investigations
30. Excellent written communication for clear technical documentation
31. Verbal communication skills to explain technical incidents to non-technical audiences
32. Service orientation and ability to interact professionally with internal clients
33. Effective time management and prioritization under pressure
34. Proactive mindset and oriented towards continuous improvement
35. Collaborative work and willingness to share knowledge
Employment Conditions
36. Contract Type: Permanent full-time position
37. Work Model: Hybrid (Barcelona)
38. On-Call rotations
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD:
39. A challenging and exciting career with an international perspective and opportunities
40. High level of trust and competency to make your own decisions
41. A warm and talented culture with a focus on business, but knowing that family always comes first
42. Access to international network of specialists within the organization to build your rep and skills
At Devoteam we have created a culture of honesty and transparency, inclusion, and cooperation which we value a lot. We are looking for colleagues, who are highly motivated and proactive, not afraid of challenges. We are highly invested in the career path development of our employees, and we offer and support possibilities for further training, certification, and specialization.