SOC Intern, Chennai

About the Role

The Cybersecurity Operations - SOC Intern will support the Security Operations Center by monitoring security events, analyzing alerts, and assisting in the identification and reporting of potential threats and vulnerabilities. This is a full-time remote role based out of Chennai.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security events.
• Analyze alerts.
• Assist in the identification and reporting of potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Work with security tools and dashboards.
• Document incidents.
• Contribute to playbooks and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with senior analysts on investigations and remediation steps.
• Conduct research on emerging threats.
• Review logs and network activity.
• Participate in improving security processes and documentation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Foundational knowledge and interest in Cybersecurity and Information Security.
• Willingness to learn and apply best practices.
• Understanding of Network Security concepts such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and basic network protocols.
• Basic exposure to Application Security principles, secure coding concepts, or common web application vulnerabilities is beneficial.
• Ability to work with security tools, analyze logs, and interpret security alerts in a structured and methodical way.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Comfort working in a remote environment.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to collaborate via digital communication tools.
• Hands-on lab experience, personal projects, or training in SOC operations, SIEM platforms, or threat analysis is an added advantage.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree or certification in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.