About the Role
Nexus Grid Limited is a premier cybersecurity partner dedicated to delivering advanced solutions that protect, empower, and future-proof organizations across Nigeria and beyond. As we expand our state-of-the-art Security Operations Centre, we are currently seeking a skilled Level 3 SOC Analyst to spearhead our high-stakes incident response, threat hunting operations, and detection engineering efforts. This is a critical senior technical role designed for a seasoned professional who thrives in high-pressure environments and possesses a deep understanding of advanced cyber threats.
Key Responsibilities- Lead high-severity incident investigations and coordinate comprehensive enterprise-wide responses.
- Perform proactive cyber threat hunting and digital forensics analysis to uncover sophisticated attacks.
- Analyze complex logs from SIEM, EDR, and network monitoring tools to identify anomalies.
- Develop, tune, and optimize custom detection rules and operational SOC playbooks.
- Mentor junior and mid-level SOC analysts, providing technical guidance and continuous upskilling.
- Collaborate closely with enterprise clients during live cyber security incidents.
- Recommend strategic security improvements and architecture enhancements based on threat intelligence.
- Extensive professional experience in Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, and advanced incident response.
- Demonstrated expertise working with enterprise SIEM, EDR, and IDS/IPS solutions.
- Advanced proficiency in network packet analysis and multi-source log correlation.
- Strong analytical mindset with exceptional technical reporting and communication skills.
- Relevant industry certifications such as GCIH, CEH, Security+, CySA+, or SC-200 are highly advantageous.
- Flexibility to work in a hybrid setup and participate in rotational shift schedules to ensure 24/7 coverage.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry experience and technical expertise.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development, certification sponsorship, and career progression.
- Collaborative, dynamic, and growth-oriented work environment with cutting-edge security technologies.