Cybersecurity Analyst II - AI-Driven Incident Response

dxctechnology; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DXC Technology is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst, Tier 2 to join our security operations team. You will lead investigations of escalated alerts, perform AI-enhanced threat analysis, and coordinate with stakeholders to respond to incidents.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of relevant experience, SIEM/SOAR tooling, strong communication, and a mindset for continuous learning in AI-driven security. This is an on-site role in Newark, DE with 12-hour shift coverage in the US.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/certifications.
• Experience with SIEM/SOAR tools, log analysis, and cyber threat investigations.
• Familiarity with AI concepts and their application in cybersecurity operations; hands-on experience with AI-driven tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-depth investigations of escalated security alerts from SIEM and other sources.
• Leverage AI-driven analytics and automation tools to accelerate threat detection, enrich investigations, and improve decision-making during incident response.
• Coordinate with Threat Intelligence, vendors, and stakeholders to assess and respond to incidents.
• Advise clients on technical countermeasures and provide updates during active incidents.
• Maintain and improve incident response playbooks and processes.
• Uphold escalation procedures and service levels.

Skills

SIEM/SOAR

Log analysis

Cyber threat investigations

AI in cybersecurity

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Security+

GSEC

GCIA

GCIH

CISSP

Job description

DXC Technology is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst, Tier 2 to join our security operations team. You will lead investigations of escalated alerts, perform AI-enhanced threat analysis, and coordinate with stakeholders to respond to incidents.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of relevant experience, SIEM/SOAR tooling, strong communication, and a mindset for continuous learning in AI-driven security. This is an on-site role in Newark, DE with 12-hour shift coverage in the US.