Security Analyst II

5ironCyber; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health, dental and vision

401k with match

Generous paid time off

Holiday leave

Volunteer time off

Internet/cphone stipend

Team building events

Job summary

5IronCyber in Franklin, TN seeks a diligent SOC Analyst to monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and support triage within a fast-paced security operations center.

You will work with SIEM, EDR, and firewall tools, document findings, and participate in change reviews while growing your skills in detection, threat hunting, and incident response.

Qualifications

• CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Strong interest in cybersecurity and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of networking concepts (e.g., IP, DNS, ports, protocols)
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Familiarity with security tools (SIEM, EDR, Firewalls, ticketing platforms)
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow documented procedures and work in a team-based environment

Responsibilities

• Monitor alerts and logs independently, escalating as needed
• Investigate alerts across SIEM, endpoint, email, and firewall platforms
• Perform log analysis, correlation, and syntax-level searches
• Modify policies/objects under guidance
• Support change request reviews and implementations
• Handle end-to-end tickets (creation, investigation, resolution, documentation)
• Maintain awareness of and develop working knowledge in all security tools used in operations
• Participate in timekeeping (JIRA, Tempo, etc.)
• Complete projects and recurring tasks as assigned

Skills

Detection & alert correlation

Independent investigations

Process tuning

Communication & documentation

Education

CompTIA Security+ certification

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Firewalls

Ticketing platforms

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Basic Tasks
  • Monitor alerts and logs independently, escalating as needed
  • Investigate alerts across SIEM, endpoint, email, and firewall platforms
  • Perform log analysis, correlation, and syntax-level searches
  • Modify policies/objects under guidance
  • Support change request reviews and implementations
  • Handle end-to-end tickets (creation, investigation, resolution, documentation)
  • Maintain awareness of and develop working knowledge in all security tools used in operations
  • Participate in timekeeping (JIRA, Tempo, etc.)
  • Complete projects and recurring tasks as assigned
• Skills:
  • Solid understanding of detection tools and alert correlation
  • Able to independently conduct investigations
  • Beginning to contribute to tuning and process improvements
  • Strong Communication and ticket documentation
• Operational Scope:
  • Works independently for most tickets; escalates complex cases
  • Reports directly to the SOC Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

• CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Strong interest in cybersecurity and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of networking concepts (e.g., IP, DNS, ports, protocols)
• Familiarity with common operating systems (Windows, Linux)
• Familiarity with security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, Firewalls, ticketing platforms)
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow documented procedures and work in a team-based environment

  ADDITIONAL

  All candidates will be required to take an extensive background screen, credit screen, and drug screen prior to employment. This is an on-site position in the 5iron SOC in Franklin, TN.

  Five Iron offers premium benefits that are intended to support our people and their families.

  These include:

  • Company-paid health, dental and vision insurance plans for the employee
  • Up to a 4% 401k company match that vests immediately, it’s yours to keep
  • Generous paid time off and 10 holidays per year
  • Paid time off to vote and volunteer
  • Paid time off on your birthday because it’s your special day
  • Up to $100 per month for your internet and cell phone service
  • Team building events

  Job Type: Full-time