SOC Analyst II

Overview

On Site
$80,000 - $110,000
Full Time

Skills

Incident Management
Technical Support
Management
Cyber Security
Firewall
IDS
IPS
SIEM
Network Security
Operational Excellence
System Administration
Scripting
Sales
Servers
System On A Chip
Pivotal
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Innovation
Documentation

Job Details

SOC Analyst II - Irvine, CA

Full-Time Position (Direct Hire) No Third Parties or C2C

Overview

We are seeking a SOC Analyst II in Irvine, CA, with a background in development, systems administration, or threat hunting. This role is pivotal in delivering 24/7 security monitoring, advanced incident response, and developing solutions to enhance SOC efficiency and client protection.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 24/7 monitoring and detailed analysis of SIEM events to identify security risks and vulnerabilities.

  • Lead investigation, remediation, and preventive measures for cybersecurity incidents, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

  • Manage escalations from Tier I SOC Analysts, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.

  • Triage and investigate events to confirm security incidents.

  • Conduct thorough analysis of security events and produce comprehensive investigation reports.

  • Recommend actionable solutions to clients for cybersecurity incidents and events.

  • Log and manage security incidents in the case management system, overseeing their lifecycle from detection to closure.

  • Develop and optimize SIEM content (e.g., rules, reports) to improve detection capabilities and SOC efficiency.

  • Enhance and troubleshoot existing programs to maintain operational excellence.

  • Create integration programs, such as log collection and remediation scripts, to streamline SOC processes.

  • Serve as a subject matter expert in at least one security-related area (e.g., specific security solutions, Windows).

  • Install, configure, and maintain network security devices (e.g., Firewalls, IDS/IPS) and servers (Linux/Windows).

  • Provide technical support for SOC services and security products delivered to clients.

  • Refine SOC procedures for case handling, alert triage, and client-specific protocols.

  • Identify and address gaps in security processes, tools, or documentation.

Additional Duties

  • Drive innovation by developing efficient, cost-effective security solutions.

  • Support pre-sales and post-sales activities, including client engagements, with technical expertise.

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