SOC Analyst Role at Kora – Global Payment Infrastructure

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Job Type Full-time
Experience Mid
Location Nigeria
Category Cybersecurity
Remote Job Remote

Job Description

About the Role – SOC Analyst

As a SOC Analyst, you will play a critical role in safeguarding Kora’s security posture. You’ll monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats in real time, leveraging advanced tools and processes to mitigate risks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor security events via SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and cloud tools.

  • Analyze logs and alerts to identify anomalies.

  • Perform triage to assess severity and impact.

  • Escalate validated incidents per defined procedures.

  • Investigate and respond to threats (phishing, malware, unauthorized access).

  • Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to contain and remediate incidents.

  • Document incidents, actions, and lessons learned.

  • Conduct post-incident reviews and root cause analysis.

  • Leverage threat intelligence feeds to detect emerging risks.

  • Perform proactive threat hunting.

  • Update detection rules and use cases.

  • Support vulnerability management and patch validation.

  • Prepare SOC reports and dashboards.

  • Develop and update incident response playbooks.

Requirements

  • 2–4 years’ experience in SOC, cybersecurity, or IT security.

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

  • Hands-on experience with SIEM (Splunk, QRadar), EDR (CrowdStrike, Defender), and firewalls.

  • Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and attack vectors.

  • Familiarity with incident response frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, ISO 27001).

  • Scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash) preferred.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Positive attitude and resilience under pressure.

Key Skills

  • Analytical and investigative mindset.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment.

  • Attention to detail and critical thinking.

  • Strong documentation and communication abilities.

  • Team collaboration across functions.

  • Continuous learning to stay ahead of evolving threats.

Benefits

  • Health insurance

  • Sponsored training tailored to your growth

  • Paid parental leave & time-off

  • Flexible work style

  • Low-interest loans

  • Group life insurance

  • Up to four therapy sessions monthly

  • Birthday day-off 🎂 🎉

  • Employee interest groups & supportive communities

  • Inclusive company culture with a collaborative team

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kora is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented communities.

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