Security Operations Center Analyst

Optomi5 months ago
Bexar County, TX, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to support monitoring, detection, and response activities across a dynamic security environment. This role will involve working with security tools, analyzing alerts, and assisting with incident response in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting. The position operates within a 24/7 environment and may include shift-based work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor security alerts and events using various security tools to identify potential threats
  • Investigate suspicious activity and analyze logs to determine root cause and impact
  • Document and track security events through ticketing systems
  • Assist in incident response efforts, including triage, escalation, and resolution support
  • Review and validate alerts to distinguish real threats from false positives
  • Communicate findings and updates to internal teams as needed
  • Follow established processes and playbooks for handling security incidents
  • Maintain confidentiality and ensure proper handling of sensitive information
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes and workflows

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Basic understanding of security operations and incident response processes
  • Familiarity with networking fundamentals and security concepts
  • Exposure to security tools such as SIEM, EDR, or similar technologies
  • General awareness of current cybersecurity threats and attack vectors
  • Relevant experience through internships, academic projects, or entry-level roles in cybersecurity or related fields

Required Skills

EDR
Documentation
Threat Analysis
Cybersecurity
Log Analysis
Networking Fundamentals
SIEM
Incident Response
Security Operations