Apetan Consulting
Rutherford, NJ
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Job Description :

Job Title: Cybersecurity Triage Analyst

Location- 100% Remote

Role Summary:

The Cybersecurity Triage Analyst is responsible for the initial review, classification, and prioritization of security alerts and incidents. This role acts as the first line of defense in a Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring potential threats are quickly identified, assessed, and escalated when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor security tools (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS) for alerts and suspicious activity
  • Perform initial triage and analysis of security events and incidents
  • Classify alerts based on severity, impact, and urgency
  • Investigate false positives and document findings
  • Escalate confirmed or high-risk incidents to senior analysts or incident response teams
  • Maintain accurate records of incidents, actions taken, and outcomes
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and playbooks
  • Collaborate with other security and IT teams for incident resolution
  • Continuously improve triage processes and detection efficiency

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts (network security, malware, phishing, etc.)
  • Familiarity with security tools like SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR, firewalls
  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize and handle multiple alerts simultaneously
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail and documentation discipline

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or similar
  • Internship or prior experience in SOC or IT support
  • Understanding of threat intelligence and MITRE ATT&CK framework

Key Metrics / KPIs:

  • Alert response time
  • Accuracy of triage (false positive vs. true positive rate)
  • Incident escalation quality
  • Documentation completeness

Work Environment:

  • Typically part of a 24/7 SOC team (may include shift work)
  • Fast-paced, high-pressure environment requiring quick decision-making

             

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