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Work Authorization Status : greencard, uscitizen Duration : 12 months Location : Remote Technical Profile Position Title : Senior SOC Analyst Professional Experience : 8 Primary Skills : SOC, NOC, incident response Other Skills : Additional Notes : contract to hire Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior SOC Analyst to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network operations, a strong foundation in networking fundamentals, and a proven track record in threat hunting, incident response, and incident investigations. Working closely with the SOC Manager, this role will play a critical part in safeguarding our organization’s assets by proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats. Key Responsibilities: Threat Hunting & Detection: Proactively hunt for threats, identify anomalies, and develop detection strategies to uncover sophisticated attacks. Incident Response Leadership: Lead and coordinate incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, and recovery, ensuring timely and effective resolution. Incident Investigations: Conduct in-depth investigations into security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and document findings to prevent recurrence. Security Monitoring: Analyze security alerts from SIEM, EDR, and other monitoring tools to identify potential threats. Collaboration: Work closely with the SOC Manager to refine processes, improve SOC workflows, and mentor junior analysts. Network Security: Leverage expertise in networking (DNS, DHCP, firewalls, switches, etc.) to identify and mitigate network-based threats. Tool Management: Configure, maintain, and optimize security tools and platforms to enhance detection and response capabilities. Reporting & Documentation: Prepare detailed incident reports, metrics, and recommendations for leadership and cross-functional teams. Continuous Improvement: Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to enhance SOC capabilities. Required Qualifications: 5+ years of experience of combination of SOC, NOC, or network analyst role. Hands-on experience with threat hunting, incident response, and investigations. Prior NOC experience or background as a network analyst is highly preferred. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, firewalls, switches, and routing protocols. Proficiency with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, or similar), EDR tools, and network monitoring solutions. Familiarity with packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) and threat intelligence platforms. Certifications (Preferred): Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or CompTIA Security+. Additional certifications such as CEH, GCIH, or CISSP are a plus. Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication skills for presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and lead cross-functional teams during incidents. Preferred Qualifications: Experience scripting or automating tasks using Python, PowerShell, or similar. Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and other threat modeling methodologies 1030 W Higgins Rd, Suite 230 Park Ridge, IL 60068 Texas 5605 N. MacArthur Blvd, Suite 1049, Irving, Texas, 75038 Mexico Argentina Gurgaon 16th Floor, Tower-9A, Cyber City, DLF City Phase II, Gurgaon, Haryana, 122002, India #J-18808-Ljbffr Peterson Technology Partners

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