Security Operations Center Analyst

Diligente Technologies; San Jose (CA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Diligente Technologies in San Jose, CA seeks a Mid-Senior SOC Analyst to monitor and triage security events, respond to incidents, and document findings. This contract role requires collaboration with L2 teams, familiarity with SIEM, EDR and incident response processes.

You will help maintain SOPs, stay current on threats, and coordinate with security and regulatory bodies as needed. Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in SOC are preferred, with ITIL awareness and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience as a SOC analyst or similar.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic networking knowledge and familiarity with Windows and Unix systems.
• Willing to work in a 24/6 environment in a fast-paced setting.

Responsabilités

• Monitor security alerts and events using security tools.
• Conduct initial triage and analysis of incidents and containment.
• Respond to incidents per incident response protocols.
• Document and track incidents, findings, remediation in the ticketing system.
• Collaborate with L2 analysts to investigate threats.
• Handle SIEM alerts (Splunk, DEVO preferred).
• Understand EDR and remediate alerts (SentinelOne preferred).
• Assist in deployment/maintenance of security solutions.
• Stay informed about threats and industry best practices.
• Create and maintain SOPs from instructions.
• Prepare reports and present findings to next level.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Networking basics

Windows

Unix

ITIL knowledge

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, CEH, Security+)

Description du poste

Overview

A Security Operations Center or SOC is an Organizational or Business Unit operating at the center of Security operations to manage and improve an organization’s overall security posture. Its primary function is to detect, analyze and respond to cybersecurity events, including threats and incidents, employing people, process and technology. Teams are responsible for managing security infrastructure. There are several different roles and responsibilities within SOC, from a tier 1 analyst to specialized roles like threat hunters.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using security tools.
• Conduct initial triage and analysis of security incidents and work on containment.
• Respond to security incidents by following established incident response protocols.
• Document and track incidents, findings, and remediation actions in the ticketing system.
• Collaborate with L2 analysts to elevate and investigate complex security threats.
• Familiar with SIEM and handling alerts. (Preference Splunk, DEVO)
• Have a good understanding of EDR and how to handle alerts and remediate them. (Preference SentinelOne EDR)
• Assist in the deployment and maintenance of security solutions (e.g., antivirus, EDR).
• Stay informed about the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
• Take instructions and convert them into SOPs.
• Participate in regular training to enhance skills in security and incident response.
• Create and maintain documentation for security incidents, analysis findings, and response procedures. Prepare reports and present findings for the next level of support.
• Coordinate with core security team and regulatory bodies for compliance.

Qualifications and Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field; IT-related certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, CEH, Security+) are a plus.
• 2+ years of experience as a SOC analyst/executive.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of networks; good knowledge of MS Windows and Unix operating systems.
• Willing to work in a 24/6 environment, motivated to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Good understanding of operational frameworks like ITIL and operations processes.

Employment and Location

• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting and Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Employment type: Contract
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level