Role: Senior Cybersecurity SOC Analyst
Location: Remote for West Coast based candidate
Travel: Travel onsite once a quarter
Duration: 6 Months Contract to Hire
Overview: Seeking a Senior Cybersecurity SOC Analyst to lead SOC operations, threat hunting, incident response, and security automation. This role involves proactive defense, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity posture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Threat Hunting & Intelligence: Leverage CrowdStrike Falcon Complete & Overwatch to detect APTs and advanced threats.
- Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment: Conduct MITRE ATT&CK-based threat modeling and vulnerability assessments.
- Incident Response: Develop, test, and refine Incident Response Plans (IRPs) and lead tabletop exercises.
- SOC Operations & Automation: Improve SOAR workflows, Microsoft Sentinel playbooks, and security response capabilities.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with SecOps, IT, Risk, and Compliance teams to strengthen cybersecurity strategies.
Technical Expertise Required:
- SIEM & SOAR: Expertise in Microsoft Sentinel and automation workflows.
- Firewalls & Network Security: Hands-on with FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco Meraki.
- Cloud Security: Strong experience with Azure AD, Azure Entra, and Azure Cloud security operations.
- Scripting & Automation: Advanced PowerShell and working Python knowledge.
- Endpoint Security: Must have hands-on CrowdStrike Falcon Complete & Overwatch experience.
- Incident Response: Experience designing and executing IRPs and security playbooks.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 5-7+ years in SOC operations, threat hunting, and incident response.
- Certifications: CISSP preferred; GIAC, CISM, CISA, or Azure Security certifications are a plus.
- Education: Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience.
Skills & Abilities:
- Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze and respond to complex security incidents.
- Communication: Clear and effective verbal & written communication.
- Leadership: Proven ability to mentor, lead teams, and manage SOC operations.
- Problem-Solving: Strategic approach to identifying and mitigating security threats.
