SOC Analyst

Required Experience:

• Minimum of one year experience in network security, systems administration, threat detection and log analysis tools, or identity management.
• Understanding of incident response procedures and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and a proactive approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with an intellectual curiosity for learning and adapting to new security threats.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while thriving in collaborative team settings.

Knowledge (Preferred):

• Familiarity with analyzing threat intelligence feeds and proactive security measures.
• Experience conducting security assessments, vulnerability assessments, or compliance audits.
• Familiarity with tools for assessing security postures (e.g. Rapid7, SentinelOne, Crowdstrike)

Technical (Preferred):

• Understanding of configuring and maintaining network security devices (e.g., firewalls, VPNs).
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, CJIS).

Certification (Preferred):

• National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses – 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• Vendor-neutral certifications such as CompTIA Security , Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or other introductory-level cybersecurity certifications.