Security Analyst Tier 1 (m/f/d)

Start your cybersecurity career in a hands-on SOC role where you’ll work with real security incidents, modern detection tools, and experienced security professionals. As a Security Analyst Tier 1, you’ll help monitor and protect customer environments while building your skills in threat detection, incident response, and security operations. This role is based in Cluj-Napoca, Romania with the possibility of working in a hybrid or remote setup. Your Responsibilities Monitor and investigate security events using Microsoft Sentinel and other security tools. Perform incident triage and support response activities for escalated alerts. Help identify suspicious activity , validate incidents , and contribute to threat detection efforts. Create and optimize KQL queries , d etection rules , and security analytics . Collaborate closely with senior analysts and engineering teams to strengthen customer security environments. Maintain and improve SOC playbooks, runbooks, and operational procedures. Contribute to automation, tuning, and continuous improvement initiatives within the SOC. What You Bring Must-Have Skills: 6 months – 1 year of hands-on cybersecurity experience OR practical experience gained through an internship, cybersecurity bootcamp, home lab, or similar hands-on learning environment. Exposure to Microsoft Sentine l or another SIEM platform . Basic understanding of KQL, log analysis, and security monitoring concepts. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. Strong curiosity for cybersecurity and a genuine motivation to learn and grow. Analytical mindset with good problem-solving skills. Very good English skills , written and spoken. Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience with Microsoft Security technologies or cloud platforms like Azure. Basic scripting or automation knowledge (PowerShell, Python, Logic Apps, etc.). Familiarity with SOC workflows, alert handling, and incident escalation processes. Participation in CTFs, Hack The Box, TryHackMe, or other hands-on cybersecurity activities. Relevant certifications or ongoing cybersecurity training. Hey, we are Skaylink. Join us on our Cloud Journey! As part of Vodafone, we bring our cloud DNA and innovative spirit to the table. Together, we are driving key cloud and transformation projects forward. From cloud migrations and security solutions to modern work projects, we create tangible added value for our customers. In doing so, we leverage synergies and combine our strengths. This results in solutions with a lasting impact and that’s exactly what makes us one of the leading providers in the field of cloud technologies. Our goal is to deliver real results that have a measurable impact and drive projects forward in a sustainable way. We don’t just advise, we make things happen. Taking responsibility and creating impact go hand in hand. What matters to us is your expertise, your passion, and your commitment to making a difference. Diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences make us strong. They create an environment where you can contribute and grow. If you want to do more than just follow along and you’re ready to make a real impact, Skaylink is the right place for you. What you get from us 🎯 Purpose – using your expertise (in projects at renowned companies such as BMW Group, Henkel or KWS) 🌍 Flexibility – finding your balance (e.g. hybrid and/or remote work, flexible working hours) 📖 Development – constantly improve yourself (e.g. Skaylink Campus, development reviews and employee surveys) 💡 Innovation – contribute your ideas to advance 💻 Equipment – get off to a good start (e.g. high performance Windows laptops and a company cell phone if required) 💪 Support – Feel good (e.g. Employee referral program, Regina Maria, meal vouchers, pension plan) 🏆 Events – get together and celebrate (e.g. summer and Christmas parties, team events, cross-company tech talks) 🧩 Together – We are Skaylink! You + Skaylink = Perfect Match? Then apply - even if you don't meet all the requirements! All we need is your CV and we can't wait to read about you. We look forward to the (Cloud) Journey with you!