Are you interested in being part of a company that shapes the future of space and cyber technologies? To have a job where you can contribute to real-world missions with long-term impact?
Nexova is expanding its team of cyber security experts to support our multi‑cultural, 24/7 Security Operations Centers across our managed SOC environments (Nexova, ESA). This is a rare opportunity to be part of a pioneering team responsible for protecting critical customers and contributing to long‑term security operations. Your work will have a lasting impact.
As a SOC Analyst (Tier 1), you will play a frontline role in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents across several SOC services. Your responsibilities will go beyond traditional monitoring, giving you the chance to grow your expertise and contribute to the evolution of our cyber defence capabilities. You will be based at our office in Libin, Belgium.
Tasks and Activities
The scope of work will include:
- Incident investigation: performing thorough triage and analysis, including detailed examination of logs, network traffic, and endpoint activity.
- Threat detection: leveraging advanced security tools and techniques to identify, analyse, and respond to sophisticated cyber threats.
- Incident response: serving as the first line of analysis for routine incidents and alerts, and supporting Tier 2 analysts in resolving more complex or advanced cases.
- Operating within SOC platforms such as SIEM, SOAR, and ITSM to deliver high‑quality services to our customers.
- Documentation and reporting: producing detailed incident documentation, including root cause analysis, and delivering clear, comprehensive reports to stakeholders.
- This role requires participation in an on‑call rotation or a 24/7 shift schedule, depending on the SOC assignment.
Skills and Experience
The following skills and experience are mandatory:
- A degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Cybersecurity knowledge, with a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and mitigation strategies.
- Proficiency in using advanced security technologies, including SIEM platforms and other cybersecurity tools.
- Exposure in using and analysing Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools.
- Experience in incident response activities, coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively with SOC team members and cross‑functional teams.
- Demonstrates initiative and a proactive mindset to contribute to continuous service improvement.
- Eligible to undergo the ESA and EU Secret security clearance procedure.
- Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
The following skills and experience would be highly desirable:
- Knowledge of French is considered an asset
Why should you apply?
- We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry.
- Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; personalized training and development programmes; flexible relocation support.
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