Position: SOC Analyst I
Location: Houston, TX (Remote options available)
Salary: [Insert Salary]
Availability: Immediate
Job Overview
We are actively seeking a dedicated and proficient SOC Analyst I to become a valued member of our forward-thinking team. In this pivotal role, you will assist clients in establishing, monitoring, and sustaining robust security operations programs. Your contributions will be instrumental in mitigating organizational risks and alleviating the consequences of security breaches. As a member of our Security Operations Center (SOC), you will provide vital frontline defense to fortify our comprehensive security strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Real-Time Analysis: Execute real-time assessments utilizing a variety of detection and response mechanisms, including SIEM and endpoint technologies, to pinpoint security events and minimize false positives.
- Incident Management: Evaluate potential security incidents and escalate them appropriately to designated personnel, management, or client representatives as necessary.
- Security Guidance: Offer insights on developing and enhancing information security initiatives, responding to incidents, and managing enterprise security tools.
- Client Interaction: Collaborate with clients to address queries or escalations, ensuring prompt resolution of issues influencing client services or systems.
- Troubleshooting: Partner with support teams and client representatives to troubleshoot errors, engaging in acceptance testing to minimize operational challenges.
- Collaboration: Engage across a global, matrixed environment to harmonize with business requirements and propel security priorities according to our approved strategy.
- Metrics Development: Construct and assess success metrics to gauge impact and uncover opportunities for process enhancement in learning initiatives.
- Continuous Learning: Maintain awareness of emerging security technologies and methodologies.
- Client Implementation: Support the deployment of security services for new and existing clients, emphasizing successful adoption through effective communication and training.
Required Skills
- 2+ years of experience in incident analysis, malware research, or a related position within a SOC or incident response team.
- Familiarity with essential tools for security event analysis, incident response, and malware analysis.
- Understanding of security controls across various platforms, including Mac, Windows, Unix, Linux, and network equipment.
- Proactive self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with both business and technical teams.
- Proficient in analytic tools such as Google Sheets and MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
- Experience with presentation software (PowerPoint and Google Slides).
- Ability to excel in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
- Relevant networking, IT, or telecommunications certification is an advantage.
- Proven success in designing and implementing innovative security programs that deliver measurable business outcomes.
- Strong interpersonal skills, adept at resolving complex issues and fostering collaboration across all organizational levels.
- Preferred: BA/BS degree.
Career Growth Opportunities
This position provides avenues for continuous learning and the development of impactful metrics to identify areas for improvement. Employees can expect to engage in innovative security initiatives that enhance their professional development.
Company Culture And Values
Our organization fosters a collaborative and innovative environment, encouraging employees to remain informed about new security technologies and contribute to ongoing improvements in our operations.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Remote work opportunities
Employment Type: Full-Time
