Cybersecurity SOC Analyst Trainer

About this job

Job Title: Cybersecurity SOC Analyst Trainer

Job Type: Part-Time / Freelance Experience: 2–5 Years

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and skilled Cybersecurity SOC (Security Operations Center) Trainer to deliver industry-oriented training to students and working professionals. The candidate should have strong hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, SOC monitoring, threat detection, incident response, SIEM tools, and security analysis.

The trainer should be capable of delivering practical training through live demonstrations, hands-on lab exercises, real-time security scenarios, and industry-based projects.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Conduct Cybersecurity SOC Analyst training sessions for students and working professionals.
• Teach SOC fundamentals and cybersecurity concepts from beginner to advanced levels.
• Explain SOC architecture, security monitoring, and threat detection processes.
• Train students on SIEM tools such as Splunk, IBM QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel, or Elastic Security.
• Teach log monitoring, log analysis, and event correlation.
• Explain security incident detection, investigation, and response.
• Cover threat intelligence and threat hunting techniques.
• Train students on malware analysis and basic forensic investigation.
• Explain network security, endpoint security, and firewall monitoring.
• Cover Windows and Linux security event analysis.
• Teach vulnerability assessment and security monitoring.
• Explain MITRE ATT&CK framework and common cyberattack techniques.
• Train students on phishing detection and security incident investigation.
• Provide hands-on SOC lab exercises and real-time attack simulations.
• Teach incident documentation, escalation, and reporting procedures.
• Prepare students for SOC Analyst L1, L2, and L3 roles.
• Guide students with practical projects and interview preparation.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Cybersecurity and SOC operations.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel.
• Knowledge of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM).
• Experience in log analysis and security event monitoring.
• Understanding of Incident Response and Threat Hunting.
• Knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and firewalls.
• Understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Understanding of malware analysis and phishing investigation.
• Knowledge of vulnerability assessment and security fundamentals.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and security tools.

Eligibility & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Cybersecurity or SOC operations.
• Real-time experience in SOC monitoring, threat detection, and incident response.
• Previous training or teaching experience is an added advantage.
• Certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, SC-200, or Splunk certifications are preferred.
• Good communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Strong practical knowledge of SOC operations and cybersecurity tools.
• Ability to explain complex security concepts in a simple manner.
• Experience in handling real-time security incidents and investigations.
• Ability to conduct classroom and online training sessions.
• Good mentoring and student-handling skills.
• Ability to provide hands-on SOC lab training and simulated attack scenarios.
• Industry experience in Security Operations Centers is highly preferred.

Pay: ₹279,000.00 - ₹1,070,000.00 per year

Work Location: Remote