Cyber Security Engineer II: Incident Response & SOC

TEEMA Solutions Group; Mississippi; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer II to enhance Operations Center capabilities. In this role, you will support daily SOC operations and lead incident response efforts, combining hands-on operations with innovative research. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, with experience in security engineering and incident response. Required certifications include CISSP or equivalent. The position demands strong analytical and communication skills, ideally with a background in federal or government SOC environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in security engineering/operations.
• 4+ years in incident response.
• Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support daily SOC operations by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events.
• Lead incident response efforts, including investigation and remediation.
• Conduct research to strengthen cyber defense strategies.
• Develop and improve security tools to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture.
• Produce reports and documentation for risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Incident response expertise

Security engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Tools

SIEM platforms

Intrusion detection systems

Endpoint security tools

Job description

A technology services company is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer II to enhance Operations Center capabilities. In this role, you will support daily SOC operations and lead incident response efforts, combining hands-on operations with innovative research. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, with experience in security engineering and incident response. Required certifications include CISSP or equivalent. The position demands strong analytical and communication skills, ideally with a background in federal or government SOC environments.