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SOC Analyst with 2+ years in 24x7 Security Operations, specializing in threat detection, incident response, and SIEM analysis, using Splunk, ELK Stack, and Microsoft Defender to triage high-volume alerts and reduce false positives. Experienced in MITRE ATT&CK, threat intelligence, incident lifecycle management, log analysis, vulnerability management, and security operations automation, delivering results in SLA-driven SOC environments with improved detection efficiency and response times.
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Work Experience
SOC Analyst
Accenture
Jan 2024 - Present
Performed 24x7 security monitoring and alert triage using Splunk SIEM, ELK Stack, and Microsoft Defender (EDR), analyzing 80–100+ alerts/shift. Investigated and analyzed 80–100 alerts/shift, reducing false positives by 20–30% and improving detection accuracy. Conducted incident validation, severity classification, and escalation per SOC playbooks and incident response procedures, maintaining 15–20 min AHT. Leveraged threat intelligence platforms (VirusTotal, IOC feeds) to enrich alerts, improving identification accuracy by 25%. Monitored firewalls, IDS/IPS, Windows, and Linux logs, identifying and escalating incidents within SLA timelines. Maintained 95–98% SLA compliance via ServiceNow, ensuring timely response, documentation, and escalation. Supported GRC initiatives aligned with ISO 27001 and NIST standards, ensuring audit readiness and compliance adherence.
SOC Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Jan 2022 - Jan 2023
Monitored and triaged security alerts across SIEM and EDR platforms. Assisted in incident response, containment, and remediation activities. Conducted basic threat analysis and log investigations for suspicious events. Gained hands-on experience with SOC workflows, ticketing systems, and escalation processes.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University
2018 - 2022 · Afghanistan
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