L2 Soc analyst

Alter Solutions; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Level 2 SOC Analyst to strengthen their operations in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment. You'll be responsible for monitoring security threats across the Americas, collaborating with international teams, and leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies. If you're ready to take on challenges in a dynamic and innovative setting while ensuring the safety of critical infrastructure, this position offers an exciting opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles required.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and threat intelligence.
• Experience in SOC environments, comfortable with ticketing and log analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts; assess severity and take actions.
• Perform Level 2 remediation tasks to contain threats.
• Escalate significant incidents to specialized teams.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Attack vectors

Defense mechanisms

Incident response

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Ticketing tools

Log analysis platforms

Security dashboards

Job description

Job Description

As a Level 2 SOC Analyst , you will be integrated into the cybersecurity operations center of one of our largest clients, a global financial institution. You will join the team responsible for monitoring North and South America , working alongside peers based in Montreal (Canada) and Jersey City (USA).

You will play a critical role in ensuring timely detection and response to security threats across the American perimeter.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Alert Review & Qualification: Monitor and analyze security alerts from multiple sources; assess severity, credibility, and take appropriate action.

• Initial Remediation: Perform Level 2 remediation tasks to contain threats and mitigate risks.

• Incident Escalation: Escalate significant or complex incidents to specialized response teams when needed.

Work Environment

• A 24/7 SOC setup with rotating shifts, including night, evening, and weekend rotations

• Hybrid work model: 60% on-site presence (except for night shift: up to 90% remote )

• A fast-paced, high-stakes environment where security incidents require swift coordination and precision

• Daily interactions with international teams in infrastructure and application production

• Emphasis on innovation, continuous improvement , and staying ahead of emerging threats

• Exposure to a complex and dynamic organizational structure

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Cybersecurity , Computer Science , or a related technical field is required

Core Cybersecurity Knowledge

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles , attack vectors , and defense mechanisms

• Familiarity with MITRE ATT &CK, threat intelligence , SIEM , and EDR technologies

• Knowledge of common threats, malware behaviors, and vulnerability exploitation techniques

Incident Response Skills

• Proven ability to analyze , contain , and remediate security incidents in real time

• Experience writing and following incident handling procedures

• Capacity to identify false positives , correlate alerts, and escalate when appropriate

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in cybersecurity roles

• Prior hands-on experience in a SOC environment (Level 1 or 2)

• Comfortable working with ticketing tools , log analysis platforms , and security dashboards

Availability & Flexibility

• Willingness to work on a shift-based schedule , including night and weekend shifts

• Flexibility to adapt to a 24/7 operational model

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with global IT and production teams

• Autonomous , reliable, and able to stay calm and analytical under pressure

• Motivated , thorough , and committed to continuous improvement

Evaluation Criteria

• Technical knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity topics

• Incident response capabilities and decision-making under pressure

• Motivation, professionalism, and sense of responsibility