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    "jobDescription": "<p><b>Who We Are</b></p><p></p><p>Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. </p><p></p><p><b>What We Offer</b></p><p></p><p>Location:</p>Bangalore,IND<p></p><p>You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. </p><p></p><p>At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our <a href=\"https://hrportal.ehr.com/applied/\" target=\"_blank\"><span><u>benefits</u></span></a>. </p><p></p><div><div><p><b><span>Role Summary</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>The Lead Information Security Analyst is a senior, hands-on security operations professional who directs the day-to-day work of threat detection, alert triage, and incident response within the Security Operations Center (SOC). The role combines deep technical<span> </span></span><span>expertise</span><span><span> </span>with technical and shift leadership to ensure consistent analyst performance, high-quality investigations, and reliable operational outcomes.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Operating with significant autonomy within broad guidelines, the role configures and<span> </span></span><span>operates</span><span><span> </span>multiple security technologies, correlates and analyzes event data to<span> </span></span><span>identify</span><span><span> </span>threats, and leads investigations into complex and high-severity incidents. It also acts as a resource and mentor for less-experienced analysts and may<span> </span></span><span>lead</span><span><span> </span>small projects with manageable risk.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Core Responsibilities</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Lead alert triage and event analysis across SIEM, EDR/XDR, cloud, and identity telemetry; manage alert queues, escalations, and SLAs.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Investigate and<span> </span></span><span>contain</span><span><span> </span>complex, high-severity incidents (Tier 2/3) as technical lead or incident commander,<span> </span></span><span>maintaining</span><span><span> </span>high-quality case management and stakeholder communication.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Develop and tune detection content, produce IOCs/IOAs, and support threat hunting mapped to MITRE ATT&amp;CK to improve coverage and reduce false positives.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Operate and improve SOC tooling and automation (SIEM/SOAR),<span> </span></span><span>maintain</span><span><span> </span>metrics and dashboards, and support vulnerability remediation and cloud/on-prem reviews.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Uphold security standards, compliance, and audit requirements, and mentor analysts while driving awareness, training, and post-incident improvements.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Key Requirements</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Strong, hands-on<span> </span></span><span>expertise</span><span><span> </span>in SOC operations, SIEM/SOAR, EDR/XDR, and the incident response lifecycle (NIST SP 800-61).</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Proficiency</span><span><span> </span>in event/log correlation, detection development and tuning, and threat hunting using MITRE ATT&amp;CK, IOCs, and TTPs.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Working knowledge of cloud security (Azure/AWS/GCP), identity security (Entra ID/Okta/AD), and scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell, KQL/SPL).</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Understanding of</span><span><span> </span>security frameworks, vulnerability management, and governance/compliance, plus<span> </span></span><span>strong communication</span><span><span> </span>and problem-solving skills.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p></p><p><b><span>Education</span></b><span> </span></p></div></div><div><div><p><span><span>Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p></p><p><b><span>Experience</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>6–9 years of experience in cybersecurity, including hands-on SOC operations, security monitoring, incident response, and event analysis.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Tier 2 / Tier 3 (senior analyst) experience leading complex, high-severity investigations.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Exposure to a global, 24x7 SOC environment.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p></p><p><b><span>Certifications (Preferred)</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>CompTIA<span> </span></span><span>CySA</span><span>&#43; /<span> </span></span><span>SecurityX</span><span>, or equivalent.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GCED) or SANS GSOC (SEC450).</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>Microsoft SC-200 / AZ-500 or equivalent; CISSP or CISM a plus.</span></span><span> </span></p></div></div><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Additional Information</b></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Time Type:</b></p>Full time<p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Employee Type:</b></p>Assignee / Regular<p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Travel:</b></p>Yes, 10% of the Time<p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\"><b>Relocation Eligible:</b></p>Yes<p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:inherit\"></p><p style=\"text-align:left\">Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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