rhb
IT Security Analyst
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Selangor
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Security
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience in Security Operations Centre (SOC) environments, preferably in L2 or equivalent roles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to perform root cause and threat analysis.
- Proficiency in investigative tools such as SIEM, packet capture analysis, host forensics, and memory analysis tools.
- Solid understanding of the cybersecurity threat landscape, including tools, tactics, and techniques used in attacks.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and mentor junior analysts.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., SANS, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or similar) are an advantage.
Full description
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated IT Security Analyst to join our 24/7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) at RHB Bank. This Level 2 (L2) role is integral to our continuous monitoring operations, serving as a subject-matter expert in incident detection, analysis, and escalation. You will be responsible for providing advanced analysis support, mentoring Level-1 analysts, and enhancing the Bank’s overall cybersecurity posture through proactive monitoring, incident response, and process improvement.
What you will be doingCollaboration and Escalation:
- To timely response to security alerts using a combination of technology solutions and a complete & reliable set of documented processes on a 24 x 7 x 365 basis
- Act as a point of escalation for Level-1 analysts in 12-hour shift rotation
- Escalate suspected incidents to L3 with detailed analysis and actionable recommendations.
- Interfaces and collaborate with other teams for incident escalations and resolution
- Work closely with SOC Head to better security operations and address identified deficiencies
In-Depth Analysis:
- Perform due diligence and in-depth analysis on escalated security alert from Level-1 analyst and escalate to respective team for further action in timely manner
- Assist in threat hunting activities to identify potential vulnerabilities.
Incident Response:
- Involve in incident response steps, perform root cause analysis and recommend solutions to mitigate risks
Coaching and mentoring:
- Support Level-1 alert analysis by providing advanced analysis services to include recommending containment and remediation processes and independent analysis of security events
- Mentoring Level-1 analyst to improve detection capability within the SOC and feedback on work quality
Continuous Improvement:
- Challenge and suggest improvement on existing processes and procedures in a very agile and fast-moving information security environment
- Receive and review tuning request from Level-1, provide recommendations in use case tuning and optimization of security systems
Documentation & Reporting:
- Ensure all relevant processes are documented, complete, accurate and updated at least on a yearly basis or as and when any changes
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience in Security Operations Centre (SOC) environments, preferably in L2 or equivalent roles.