Job#: 3040326 Job Description: SOC Analyst 1
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania (On-site)
Role Overview
The SOC Analyst I is an entry-level member of the enterprise Security Operations Center responsible for monitoring security alerts, performing initial triage, and supporting incident response activities. This role is critical in helping to establish and expand an internal SOC capability. Analysts will work on-site five days a week and support a 24/7/365 operational environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM, EDR, and other security tools for alerts and suspicious activity.
- Perform initial triage, classification, and escalation of security events.
- Investigate basic security incidents including phishing, malware detections, and suspicious user activity.
- Follow SOC playbooks and standard operating procedures.
- Document findings, actions taken, and recommendations in ticketing systems.
- Support senior analysts during deeper investigations.
- Participate in continuous training to build SOC proficiency and cybersecurity fundamentals.
- Contribute to the build-out of the internal SOC by providing feedback on processes and tooling.
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field is required. A Security+ certification is also required. Candidates should possess a foundational understanding of networking, operating systems, and security concepts. This includes familiarity with SIEM tools and basic log analysis. Strong attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication and documentation skills are necessary for this role.
Experience: 0-6 months of experience in IT or cybersecurity is preferred. This position is ideal for entry level candidates with relevant coursework or internships.
Work Environment
This is an on-site position, requiring work Monday through Friday. The SOC operates on a 24/7/365 basis. While there are no night shifts currently, there is potential for future second shift coverage (Monday-Friday).
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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