For our business partner—an established US-based company specializing in server management, security, networking, and web development—we are looking for a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst – Level 2.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of protecting the organization’s digital ecosystem. Your mission will include real-time monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to security incidents and emerging threats. You will help ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of critical systems and data.
You’ll collaborate closely with a skilled cybersecurity team to identify vulnerabilities, strengthen defenses, and continuously improve the company’s overall security posture.
This is a full-remote, B2B opportunity.
Ready to join a US-based company and play a key role in cybersecurity? Apply now and let’s explore whether this opportunity is the right match for you.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor security events and alerts from various sources, including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems, IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems), firewalls, antivirus solutions, and endpoint detection tools.
- Investigate and analyze security incidents to determine the root cause, scope, and potential impact, utilizing forensic techniques and tools when necessary.
- Develop and maintain SOC procedures, playbooks, and workflows to ensure efficient incident response and resolution.
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify and remediate security weaknesses, misconfigurations, and vulnerabilities in systems, applications, and network infrastructure.
- Participate in threat hunting activities to proactively identify emerging threats and malicious activities within our environment.
- Provide timely and accurate reporting on security incidents, including their status, impact, and remediation actions taken, to management and relevant stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, continuously enhancing your skills and knowledge through training and certifications.
- Assist in the implementation, configuration, and tuning of security tools and technologies to improve detection capabilities and reduce false positives.
- Act as a subject matter expert on security-related matters, providing guidance and support to internal teams and stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of SOC policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered instead of a degree.
- At least 5+ years of experience as a SOC Analyst or similar role;
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, GIAC, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Proven experience working in a SOC environment, with hands-on experience in incident detection, analysis, and response.
- In-depth knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and cybersecurity principles.
- Familiarity with SIEM platforms, log management solutions, and other security technologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly assess and prioritize security incidents.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and respond to security incidents promptly and decisively.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation tools is a plus.
- Experience with FireEye/Trellix technologies is a plus.
- Experience with OT/ICS environments is highly desired
