SOC Analyst I (Remote)

The CORE Institute; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The CORE Institute is seeking a SOC Analyst to monitor and respond to real-time security alerts, triage incidents, and perform basic threat analysis. The role supports after-hours IT operations and collaborates with Information Security and IT teams to ensure timely resolution of alerts.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a SOC or IT operations role, preferably in healthcare, and hold a Security+ or equivalent certification. This is an on-site position in a standard office environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years in a SOC or IT operations role, healthcare/regulatory environment preferred.
• Security+ or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to SOC alerts in real time with urgency and precision.
• Triage and escalate incidents per playbooks and SOPs.
• Perform basic analysis of security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Provide after-hours IT support for a low-volume queue with initial troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with Information Security and IT Operations to track and resolve alerts.
• Maintain documentation of alerts, actions, and resolution status in tickets.
• Proactively monitor critical infrastructure and application environments.
• Ensure uptime and performance metrics are met and maintained.
• Exercise independent judgment in analyzing and responding to incidents.

Education

Associates degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

SIEM tools

Splunk

Microsoft Sentinel

CrowdStrike

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Monitor and respond to SOC alerts and security events in real time with urgency and precision.
• Triage and elevate incidents according to defined playbooks and SOPs.
• Performs basic analysis of security threats and system vulnerabilities
• Provide after-hours IT support for a low-volume call queue, including basic, initial troubleshooting and ticket escalation as needed.
• Collaborate with Information Security and IT Operations teams to ensure alerts are properly tracked and resolved.
• Maintain accurate documentation of alerts, actions taken, and resolution status in ticketing systems.
• Perform proactive monitoring of critical infrastructure and application environments.
• Ensure uptime and performance metrics are consistently met and maintained.
• Exercises independent judgment in analyzing and responding to security incidents

EDUCATION

• Education - Associates degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE

• 1-2 years of experience in a SOC, or IT operations role, preferably in healthcare or a regulated environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Security+ or equivalent cybersecurity certification

KNOWLEDGE

• Familiarity with ITIL framework and NIST security practices
• Demonstrated experience with security event monitoring, SIEM tools, or SOC alert response.
• Familiarity with tools such as Splunk, Sentinel, CrowdStrike, or similar.

SKILLS

• Strong technical troubleshooting skills across network, server, and endpoint environments

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work overnight or after-hours shifts, including weekends as needed
• Primarily a standard office environment
• Position may require travel depending on operational and project requirements.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

• Requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Frequent use of hands for typing and data entry
• Ability to analyze and respond to high-volume alerts in a fast-paced environment

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be acknowledged and adhered to. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

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