Job Description: About Organization Cyber Defense Operations Section operates a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) protecting Rakuten Group's critical infrastructure. We are currently in a critical transformation phase to address the era of autonomous, AI-driven cyber threats. Our mission is to evolve from a reactive monitoring unit into a proactive, intelligence-led, and automated defense organization. We are looking for a highly technical and innovative SOC Analyst (L2) to act as a key architect of our future-ready SOC, leveraging LLMs and AI-powered tools to neutralize advanced adversaries. Job Duties AI-Driven Threat Defense: Utilize LLMs and AI-augmented security platforms to accelerate threat hunting, incident triage, and forensic analysis. Develop workflows to identify and respond to autonomous AI-based attacks. SOC Transformation: Actively contribute to the SOC’s capability roadmap. Recommend and implement structural improvements to toolsets and processes to handle the evolving threat landscape. Container & K8s Security: Perform deep-dive analysis into containerized environments and Kubernetes clusters. Implement security controls against container-specific exploits and automated lateral movement. Capacity Development: Participate in the continuous training and upskilling of the SOC team. Translate technical findings into new playbooks and SOPs to elevate the team's response maturity. Advanced Incident Response: Lead the investigation of complex incidents. Apply "Defense in Depth" principles to identify environmental gaps and propose architectural hardening. Security Engineering: Collaborate with the L3 Manager to tune detection logic and integrate AI-based feedback loops into our SIEM/SOAR infrastructure. Offensive Security Research: Apply an "OffSec" mindset to simulate and test defenses against AI-powered attack tools, ensuring faster and more precise responses. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or equivalent. 5–8 years of experience in a SOC, incident response, or security engineering role. Strong understanding of SIEM/SOAR ecosystems and optimization for AI-driven detection. Relevant certifications (e.g., GCIH, GCSA, CKAD, CKS, or AI-Security specific certifications). Preferred Qualifications Experience in the Telecommunications sector (e.g., 5G security, NFV, signaling protocols). Experience in developing custom AI/ML models or fine-tuning LLMs for security use cases. Demonstrable experience in "Red Teaming" or participating in high-level CTF competitions. Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps pipelines. Work Environment Reporting: Reports to the Manager of the Security Operations Center Group. Collaboration: Manages/mentors the 24/7 SOC team and collaborates cross-departmentally with other security functions and Business Units. Tech Stack: Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), Telco environments (5G Core, Signaling Protocols), SOAR platforms, Python/Go/Bash, Cloud Security (AWS/Azure/GCP), and LLM-based security tools. Languages: English (Overall - 3 - Advanced) Looking for members to join our mobile phone business “They cannot succeed if they step into the field at this late date” Some people say Rakuten is reckless in trying to enter the mobile communications business. However, innovation is realized if we succeed when something seems impossible. At Rakuten, we think the world changes when we achieve such changes. Because our history has always been a series of innovations since our establishment. Launching a communication carrier is an opportunity that we have once in our lives. Crack open the current communication industry. Blow new wind into life. Why not create innovation with us? Why not do something big? Job Opening: Regular Employee Company Name Rakuten Mobile, Inc. Qualifications [Required] TOEIC score of 600 or equivalent English proficiency/skills. Rakuten Group Englishnization Rakuten Mobile, Inc. aims for all employees to achieve a TOEIC score of 800 or higher, in line with Rakuten Group, Inc.'s Englishnization policy. As a first step, a TOEIC score of 600 (or equivalent English proficiency) is required for mid-career hires. Job Responsibilities [Upon initial hiring] Varies depending on the position. The scope of work changes may include assignments to other duties determined by the company based on directives, etc. (If a transfer is ordered in accordance with the secondment regulations, the duties will be those of the seconded company.) Contract Period No fixed term Probationary Period Yes (3 months) The probationary period may be extended at the company's discretion. Employment conditions will not change during the probationary period. Work Location [Upon initial hiring] Headquarters (Rakuten Crimson House, 1-14-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo), and other business sites. The scope of work location changes may include reassignments or transfers to locations nationwide and overseas. If remote work is partially permitted, the work location will be the remote work location approved by the company. The work location at the time of hiring will be communicated in the job description for each position and the offer letter. As a measure against passive smoking, smoking is prohibited on the premises of Rakuten Crimson House (however, this may vary depending on the business site). Working Hours Standard working hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM On days when Rakuten Group morning meetings are held, the prescribed working hours will be 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Prescribed working hours are 7.5 hours, with a 1-hour break. A flextime system is partially applied. Core time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM on morning meeting days) Some positions may differ from the above; details will be specified in the offer letter (e.g., application of discretionary labor system). Overtime work or work on holidays may be instructed. Holidays/Leave/Absence Complete two-day weekend system (Saturday and Sunday) and national holidays Summer vacation, New Year's holiday, annual paid leave, menstrual leave, special leave (condolence, volunteer, etc.) Maternity leave, childcare leave, family care leave Some positions may differ from the above; details will be specified in the offer letter. Salary Monthly salary: JPY300,000 ~ (Breakdown: Base salary JPY 227,848 + fixed overtime pay for 40 hours JPY 72,152) The above is the minimum salary offered for mid-career hires. Overtime work exceeding 40 hours per month will be paid separately as overtime allowance. Some positions may differ from the above; details will be specified in the offer letter (e.g., application of discretionary labor system). Commuting allowance will be provided (conditions and maximum amount apply). Salary Increase Yes Reviewed in January and July based on company performance and individual evaluation. Bonus Yes Paid in June and December based on company performance and individual evaluation. Stock Option Plan Yes Retirement Allowance Yes Insurance Employees' Pension Insurance, Health Insurance, Workers' Accident Compensation Insurance, Employment Insurance, etc. Benefits Cafeteria (breakfast, lunch, dinner generally free) Employee Stock Ownership Plan English learning support, etc. Job Opening: Fixed-term Employee Company Name Rakuten Mobile, Inc. Qualifications Varies depending on the recruiting position. Job Responsibilities [Upon initial hiring] Varies depending on the recruiting position. The scope of work changes may include assignments to other duties determined by the company based on directives, etc. (If a transfer is ordered in accordance with the secondment regulations, the duties will be those of the seconded company.) Contract Period Fixed term Maximum contract renewal period: Yes (The total contract period is 5 years, starting from the initial employment contract date.) Probationary Period None Work Location [Upon initial hiring] Headquarters (Rakuten Crimson House, 1-14-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo), and other business sites. The scope of work location changes may include reassignments or transfers to locations nationwide and overseas. If remote work is partially permitted, the work location will be the remote work location approved by the company. The work location at the time of hiring will be communicated in the job description for each position and the offer letter. As a measure against passive smoking, smoking is prohibited on the premises of Rakuten Crimson House (however, this may vary depending on the business site). Working Hours Standard working hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM On days when Rakuten Group morning meetings are held, the prescribed working hours will be 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Prescribed working hours are 7.5 hours, with a 1-hour break. A flextime system is partially applied. Core time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM on morning meeting days) Some positions may differ from the above; details will be specified in the offer letter (e.g., application of discretionary labor system). Overtime work or work on holidays may be instructed. Holidays/Leave/Absence Complete two-day weekend system (Saturday and Sunday) and national holidays Summer vacation, New Year's holiday, annual paid leave, menstrual leave, special leave (condolence, volunteer, etc.) Maternity leave, childcare leave, family care leave Some positions may differ from the above; details will be specified in the offer letter. Salary Determined individually based on experience, etc. Commuting allowance will be provided (conditions and maximum amount apply). Salary Increase Yes Upon contract renewal, a salary revision may be proposed based on the most recent evaluation. Bonus May be paid taking into account company performance, general economic conditions, and work performance/abilities. Stock Option Plan None Retirement Allowance None Insurance Employees' Pension Insurance, Health Insurance, Workers' Accident Compensation Insurance, Employment Insurance, etc. Benefits Cafeteria (breakfast, lunch, dinner generally free) Employee Stock Ownership Plan English learning support, etc.

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