Cybersecurity hiring guide
Hire a SOC Analyst
SOC analysts monitor security telemetry, triage alerts, investigate suspicious activity, and coordinate containment across SIEM and endpoint tools.
Core skills to verify
- SIEM investigation in Splunk or Sentinel
- EDR triage
- Windows and Linux log analysis
- MITRE ATT&CK mapping
What a strong hire should deliver
- Consistent alert triage and escalation
- Documented investigation timelines
- Lower false-positive noise through tuning
- Clear handoffs during active incidents
Practical interview checks
Use work-sample questions rather than relying on tool lists or certifications alone.
- 01Investigate a realistic authentication alert
- 02Explain escalation criteria and evidence
- 03Read endpoint and identity telemetry
- 04Write a concise incident summary