Security Operations Center Analyst

DivIHN Integration; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cybersecurity sector is seeking a SOC Analyst for a remote position. This role involves proactive threat identification, incident response, and collaboration with global security teams. Candidates should have significant technical security experience and relevant certifications. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, focusing on advanced cybersecurity practices and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Experience with SOC operations and tools.
• Understanding of security policies and regulations.
• Ability to influence security awareness.

Responsibilities

• Identify adversary activities and discover threats.
• Conduct incident response triage and mentor junior staff.
• Communicate security incident details to stakeholders.

Skills

Log analysis

Network traffic analysis

MITRE attack framework

Incident response lifecycle

Cybersecurity best practices

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management skills

Education

Minimum of five years of technical security experience

CISSP certification

GCFA certification

GCIH certification

GCFE certification

Degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

DFIR products

Microsoft Office

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Sr Manager - Talent Acquisition (MSP Staffing | Account Management | Salesforce & CyberSecurity | Engineering Recruitment)

Title: SOC Analyst (Second Shift) - Remote

Location: Remote

Duration: 12 Months

Duties:

• Proactively identify adversary activities in the network to discover threats before they cause harm.
• Skills and experience in log analysis, network traffic analysis, and the MITRE attack framework are preferred.
• Collaborate with the global IT security team and US SOC teams.
• Perform duties in accordance with departmental guidelines, including real-time and historical analysis using security tools such as SIEM, Endpoint Protection, Firewalls, EDR, IDS, Email Gateway, Web Content Filtering, Network Detection & Response, and Identity Management.
• Conduct incident response triage to assess suspected hosts and scope of attacks.
• Review and mentor junior staff for quality and career development.
• Stay updated on attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures to identify sophisticated threats.
• Work with SOC, Intelligence, Incident Response, and Enterprise Security Teams for investigations and threat hunting.
• Identify network visibility gaps and recommend improvements.
• Develop and update playbooks, processes, and detection capabilities based on investigation feedback.
• Coordinate escalation for advanced forensics, malware reverse-engineering, and host reviews to third-party vendors.
• Communicate security incident details effectively to business stakeholders and non-technical audiences.

Skills:

• Experience with SOC operations, scheduling, and tools including SIEM, SOAR, and DFIR products.
• Understanding of incident response lifecycle and cybersecurity best practices.
• Knowledge of security policies, regulations (e.g., SOX, privacy), and internal controls.
• Ability to influence security awareness and adoption within the organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Project management skills for technical initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Additional technologies may apply based on business needs.
• Preferred: Insurance industry knowledge.

Education:

• Minimum of five years of technical security experience across platforms, OS, software, and network protocols, or an equivalent combination.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, GCFA, GCIH, GCFE are preferred, or related discipline/experience in Computer Science.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Consulting, Human Resources, and Analyst

Industries

• Insurance, IT Services and Consulting, Computer and Network Security