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Job Description
Security Analyst (Security Monitoring & Incident Response)
We are seeking a Tier 2 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to support the Division of Information Security. This role focuses on security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and investigation across a centralized security services environment.
The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience analyzing security events, responding to incidents, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve detection capabilities and strengthen overall security posture. This role also includes working closely with state agencies to promote adoption of security services and best practices.
Required Qualifications
HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.
At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.
Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.
Security Analyst (Security Monitoring & Incident Response)
We are seeking a Tier 2 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to support the Division of Information Security. This role focuses on security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and investigation across a centralized security services environment.
The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience analyzing security events, responding to incidents, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve detection capabilities and strengthen overall security posture. This role also includes working closely with state agencies to promote adoption of security services and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in security monitoring and incident response
- 2 years of experience working with the MITRE ATT&CK framework
- 2 years of experience in dashboard creation and reporting (SIEM or related tools)
- Experience supporting large-scale SOC operations
- Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Information Security, or a related field
- OR four (4) years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree
- Experience with enterprise tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and IOC analysis
- Experience tuning detection rules and reducing false positives in a SOC environment
- Strong understanding of incident response lifecycle and forensic analysis basics
- Security certifications such as Security , CySA , CEH, or similar
- Monitor and analyze security events across SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence platforms to detect potential threats
- Perform in-depth investigation of alerts and suspicious activity; validate incidents and assess severity, scope, and impact
- Escalate complex or high-risk incidents to Tier 3 teams as needed
- Develop detailed incident reports, timelines, and post-incident summaries with actionable remediation recommendations
- Investigate phishing attacks, malware infections, and policy violations, providing guidance on containment and recovery
- Proactively conduct threat hunting using current tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
- Recommend and implement improvements to SOC playbooks, detection rules, workflows, and alert tuning to reduce false positives
- Collaborate with security engineering teams to configure and optimize monitoring tools and integrate threat intelligence feeds
- Serve as a customer-facing security resource, supporting agencies and promoting adoption of centralized security services
- Document runbooks, processes, and troubleshooting procedures to support SOC operations
- Coordinate with SOC staff, engineering teams, and agency stakeholders to achieve operational goals
- Perform additional duties as assigned
HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.
At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.
Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.