SOC Analyst
Murex is a global fintech leader in trading, risk management and processing solutions for capital markets.
Operating from our 19 offices, 3 400 Murexians from over 65 different nationalities ensure the development, implementation and support of our platform which is used by banks, asset managers, corporations and utilities, across the world.
Join Murex and work on the challenges of an industry at the forefront of innovation and thrive in a people-centric environment. You’ll be part of one global team where you can learn fast and stay true to yourself.
Your Team
You will be part of the Information Security organization, which spans Governance & Risk,
Audit & Compliance, Security Business Partnership, and the Security Operations Center
(SOC).
Within the SOC, your focus will include:
• Investigating and resolving security alerts
• Leading and contributing to operational security initiatives
• Conducting advanced threat hunting to detect indicators of compromise (IOCs) and
stealthy attack patterns
This position reports directly to the SOC Manager.
Your missions
As a SOC Analyst, you are on the front line of cybersecurity operations, responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security events. You assess whether events qualify as incidents, initiate appropriate escalation processes, and coordinate with IT teams to ensure effective resolution.
You contribute to strengthening the organization’s security posture by analyzing threats, supporting incident response, and driving continuous improvements across security operations.
You will:
• Perform initial triage and in-depth investigation of security alerts and potential incidents
• Validate and escalate confirmed incidents according to defined procedures
• Collaborate closely with IT teams to support incident containment and remediation
• Support and contribute to the vulnerability management lifecycle
• Conduct advanced threat hunting activities to identify emerging threats and low-andslow attack patterns
• Analyze and interpret logs from multiple sources (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, Windows
systems, network devices, endpoint security tools, email security platforms)
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and runbooks
• Contribute to the implementation of security initiatives (e.g., Vulnerability Management,
Threat Intelligence, Shadow IT)
• Continuously improve SOC capabilities, detection logic, and operational processes
Your Profile
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong exposure to:
o Security monitoring
o Incident detection and response
o Threat and vulnerability analysis
o Automation/orchestration
• Solid understanding of:
o Networking fundamentals and security architecture
o Cybersecurity principles, techniques, and tools
o Understanding of AI-driven threat landscape (e.g., autonomous attacks, evasion
techniques, deepfake/social engineering risks)
• Experience with:
o Log analysis across diverse environments
o Experience with AI/ML-driven cybersecurity tools (SIEM, XDR, NDR, UEBA)
o Ability to assess and integrate AI-powered security solutions into SOC operations
• Knowledge of:
o Digital forensics concepts
o Malware analysis and reverse engineering (preferred)
o Threat intelligence frameworks and practices
o Knowledge of automation frameworks (SOAR, scripting, APIs) to enable machinespeed response
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
• Experience with data analytics (e.g., Elasticsearch, query languages) is a plus
• Relevant certifications are an asset (e.g., GCIH, GCIA, GCFA, GREM, CEH, OSCP)
Soft Skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical rigor
• High ethical standards and professional integrity
• Curiosity and proactive mindset
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Languages
• Proficiency in English and French