Security Operations Center, (SOC) Analyst

Company

Kora is a global fiat and stablecoin payment infrastructure - the rails that financial institutions, fintechs, and enterprises use to move money across borders reliably and at scale. We operate across multiple markets globally.

We are not a payments app. We are not a wallet. We are the layer underneath: the settlement infrastructure, the compliance engine, the connectivity that makes cross-border payments work for the companies that build on top of us.

Our vision, which is at the core of what we do every day, is to create a world void of digital financial barriers. We are committed to delivering reliable, secure, and easy-to-use digital financial solutions to every single customer with a guarantee that it is improving their lives. To achieve this mission, we need people like you. Yes, you!

We strongly believe in our ability to find Water in the Desert and pick the Sands in the Ocean.

We value positive energy and clear communication, and are committed to building an inclusive environment for people from every background.

About The Role

As a SOC Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents within the organization. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the organization’s security posture by leveraging security tools, threat intelligence, and established processes to identify and mitigate risks in real time.

Here are a couple of things you'll be doing:

• Monitor security events and alerts from SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and cloud security tools
• Analyze logs and alerts to identify potential security incidents or anomalies
• Perform initial triage to determine severity, impact, and scope of threats
• Escalate validated incidents based on defined procedures
• Investigate and respond to security incidents (e.g., phishing, malware, unauthorized access)
• Contain and remediate threats in collaboration with IT, Engineering and security teams
• Document incidents, actions taken, and lessons learned
• Support post-incident reviews and root cause analysis
• Leverage threat intelligence feeds to identify emerging threats and indicators of compromise (IOCs)
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities to detect hidden threats
• Update detection rules and use cases based on the evolving threat landscape
• Support vulnerability management activities (scan review, prioritization, remediation tracking)
• Assist in patch validation and security control effectiveness testing
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve security controls and detection capabilities
• Maintain accurate incident logs and case management records
• Prepare daily/weekly SOC reports and dashboards
• Develop and update incident response playbooks and runbooks

• Other duties as assigned by the CISO.

Requirements

Here's what we're looking for:

• 2–4 years of experience in a SOC, cybersecurity, or IT security role
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree certificate
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender), and firewalls
• Understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and common attack vectors
• Familiarity with incident response processes and frameworks
• Knowledge of frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or ISO 27001
• Scripting or automation skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash) is preferred
• Good communication & interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude
• Ability to handle stress appropriately and interact well with others.

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and investigative mindset
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment
• Attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Effective communication and incident documentation skills
• Team collaboration and cross-functional coordination
• Continuous learning mindset to stay ahead of evolving threats

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kora is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and business needs. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented communities and diverse ethnic groups to apply.

Please feel free to inform us if you need any accommodations to facilitate your participation in the recruitment process. Any details you share will be used solely to ensure we can support and accommodate your needs appropriately.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Sponsored and tailored training
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time-off
• Flexible work style
• Low-interest loans
• Group Life Insurance
• Access to up to four therapy sessions monthly
• Day off on your birthday 🎂 🎁 🎉
• Employee interest groups that provide supportive communities within Kora
• Great company culture and the opportunity to work with a highly collaborative team building something great!

Note: We recognise imposter syndrome is real - any candidate who does not perfectly fit every characteristic of this role is still strongly encouraged to apply.