Information Security Analyst

Remote Jobs; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Competitive salaries

Job summary

MassMutual is seeking a Mastery Level SOC analyst to join a growing team protecting assets and customers with Agentic tech, strong problem solving, and a commitment to learning. You will collaborate with security engineers and IT security specialists across the firm to strengthen detection, alerting, and incident response capabilities.

The role requires 8+ years in SOC, 1+ year AI model use, 2+ years Python and SOAR experience, and willingness to cover off-hours escalations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a SOC or similar cyber security role.
• 1+ year experience with AI models to enhance SOC capabilities.
• 2+ years experience writing in Python.
• 2+ years experience with SOAR platforms.
• Able to support off hours escalations.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced Malware analysis and extract Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
• Develop and deploy SOAR automations to accelerate SOC processes.
• Collaborate with Data Science to build Agentic capabilities.
• Work with Security Intelligence to enhance prevention, detection and threat hunting.
• Tune and optimize alerting logic across platforms.
• Lead, mentor Junior Analysts and act as escalation point.
• QA responsibilities ensuring thorough analysis and documentation.

Skills

SOC experience

AI collaboration

Team leadership

Off-hours support

Education

Bachelor's degree in cyber security

CISSP, CISM, CISA, GCIH, GCFR

GIAC certs (CISM, CEH, GCIH, GCDA)

Tools

Python

SOAR platforms

SIEM platforms

MITRE ATT&CK

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Mastery Level Security Operations Center (SOC) analyst you'll have an opportunity to be part of a growing team of highly technical Cybersecurity analysts who are passionate about protecting MassMutual's assets and customers by leveraging Agentic capabilities, problem solving skills and innovative technology solutions. In this role, as well as all roles within MassMutual, you will demonstrate accountability, agility, a dedication to be inclusive, a strong business acumen, and will show courage, even in the most difficult situations. We also highly value strong communication skills, a passion for learning, leadership traits, resilience, and self-awareness.

The Team

As a member of the SOC team, you will work in close collaboration with fellow security analysts, engineers, and other IT security specialists throughout the firm including the Security Operations Center, Threat Intelligence, Offensive Security, Security Platforms Support, Network Security, Endpoint Security and IAM teams.

The Impact

• Perform advanced Malware analysis and extract Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) to feed our Threat Intelligence Platform
• Develop and deploy SOAR automations accelerating internal SOC processes.
• Work closely with our Data Science Team to build Agentic capabilities
• Work collaboratively with our Security Intelligence team to enrich and enhance prevention, detection, and threat hunting capabilities
• Optimize alerting platforms through rule development and tuning of existing alerting logic
• Act as team lead, mentor Junior Analysts, be a go to escalation point for other SOC analysts
• Perform QA responsibilities ensuring thorough analysis and documentation

The Minimum Qualifications

• 8 + years' experience working in a Security Operation Center or similar cyber security technical role.
• 1 + year's experience working with Artificial Intelligence models to enhance SOC capabilities.
• 2 + years experience writing in Python.
• 2 + years experience working with SOAR platforms
• Able to support off hours escalations

The Ideal Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cyber security
• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, GCIH, GCFR
• Relevant Cyber Security GIAC Certification such as CISM, CEH, GCIH, GCDA or similar
• Knowledge of and practical experience with the MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Mastery of Python, PowerShell or other scripting languages
• Experience working with a SIEM platform mining large datasets
• Understanding of web application vulnerabilities including XSS, CSRF, SQL Injection, command injection and serialization attacks
• Interest in continuous learning and a passion for Cybersecurity
• Experience and confidence communicating with and presenting to senior leadership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced technical expertise developing security automations
• In depth knowledge of operating systems process relationships and file structures (Windows, Mac, Linux).
• Functional experience developing new detections for alerting platforms
• Expert level knowledge of Cybersecurity attack and defense techniques
• Strong understanding of web authentication flows such as SAML and OAUTH
• In depth knowledge of cloud environments such as AWS and Azure.
• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, and packet-level analysis.
• Understanding of living off the land techniques used by adversaries, using tools such as PowerShell, WMIC, Task Scheduler, Windows Registry etc.

What You Can Expect at MassMutual

• Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
• A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed
• Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time
• Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization
• A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship-supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset

Salary Range

$137,800-$180,800

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Why Join Us

We've been around since 1851. During our history, we've learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It's more than our company structure - it's our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.

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