SOC Security Analyst I - Remote WI

First Roles; Fitchburg (WI); Remote; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

First Roles in Wisconsin is seeking an entry-level Security Analyst I to join our cybersecurity team. This 6+ month remote role within Wisconsin focuses on threat detection, incident response, and SOC operations.

You will monitor dashboards, triage alerts, and document investigations while building a solid foundation in security practices. The role emphasizes collaboration with IT, system admins, and cross-functional teams, requires basic networking, Windows/Linux, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role in cybersecurity with foundation in threat detection and incident response.
• Review SOC dashboards and triage alerts.
• Document incidents and remediation steps in tickets.
• Support vulnerability reviews and asset weakness tracking.
• Must be a Wisconsin resident, 100% remote within Wisconsin or in-office.
• One round interview via Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SOC tools and ensure log visibility.
• Triage alerts and escalate as needed.
• Review vulnerability scans and track weaknesses.
• Document security events and remediation steps in tickets.
• Escalate complex threats with briefing notes.
• Collaborate with IT and system teams during investigations.

Skills

Alert triage

SOC monitoring

Attention to detail

Technical communication

Incident documentation

Vulnerability review

IT experience

Networking fundamentals

Operating systems

Security fundamentals

Cross functional collaboration

Security certification

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Equivalent practical experience or certifications

Tools

SIEM

DLP tools

Web Application Firewall

Job description

First Roles in Wisconsin is seeking an entry-level Security Analyst I to join our cybersecurity team. This 6+ month remote role within Wisconsin focuses on threat detection, incident response, and SOC operations.

You will monitor dashboards, triage alerts, and document investigations while building a solid foundation in security practices. The role emphasizes collaboration with IT, system admins, and cross-functional teams, requires basic networking, Windows/Linux, and strong communication.