SOC Analyst L2

Optomi; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Optomi in partnership with a leading automotive financial services provider is seeking a SOC L2 Analyst. The Analyst works closely with other members to develop and implement a comprehensive approach to the management of security risks.

This role also is responsible for working with other Security Operations Center team members in responding to security events according to established policies and best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years information security experience.
• Bachelor's degree in information systems or equivalent experience.
• Azure/AWS security or GIAC certifications preferred.
• Practical understanding of network protocols and operating systems.
• Broad understanding of security mitigation solutions at all layers.
• Ability to analyze large data sets to identify trends/anomalies.
• Good understanding of application logic flow.
• Awareness of current threat landscape.
• Self-driven with strong passion for cybersecurity.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

• First level response for real time security alerts and events.
• Assist the Incident Response team in handling security events/incidents.
• Perform complex security investigations and root cause analysis.
• Data mining through use of SIEM or other data analytics solutions.
• Perform phishing investigations and response.
• Report generation around security events and metrics.
• Ensure all security events are documented/tracked to meet audit and legal requirements.
• Develop documentation in support of response processes and procedures.
• Determine level of event severity and escalate as necessary.

Skills

Security monitoring

Incident response

Data analysis

Threat detection

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems

Tools

SIEM

Data analytics platforms

Job description

SOC L2 Analyst (Hybrid - Charlotte, NC or Detroit, MI)

Optomi in partnership with a leading automotive financial services provider, is seeking a SOC L2 Analyst. The Analyst works closely with other members to develop and implement a comprehensive approach to the management of security risks. This role is also responsible for working with other Security Operations Center team members in responding to security events according to established policies and best practices.

Qualifications of the right candidate:

• Azure/AWS security, GCIA, GCIH, or other GIAC certifications preferred
• Practical understanding of network protocols and operating systems
• Broad understanding of security mitigation solutions at all layers
• Minimum of four years information security specific experience
• Bachelor's degree in information systems or equivalent experience
• Ability to analyze large data sets to identify trends/anomalies indicative of malicious activity
• Good understanding of application logic flow
• Understanding or background in code development
• Awareness of the current threat landscape
• Self-driven and motivated with a strong passion for cybersecurity
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to interact with personnel at all levels across the organization and to comprehend business imperatives
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and capable of working under pressure

Job Responsibilities:

• First level response for real time security alerts and events
• Assist the Incident Response team in handling security events / incidents
• Perform complex security investigations and root cause analysis
• Data mining through use of SIEM or other data analytics solutions
• Perform phishing investigations and response
• Report generation around security events and metrics
• Ensure that all security events are properly documented/tracked to meet audit and legal requirements
• Develop documentation in support of response processes and/or procedures
• Determine level of event severity and escalates as necessary