Security Operations Center Analyst

Ardent

Security Operations Center Analyst monitoring alerts and incident response for Ardent's cybersecurity team. Working in a 24x7 SOC environment supporting national security priorities.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor security alerts and events in a 24x7 SOC environment.
Perform initial triage and validation of alerts to determine severity and impact.
Conduct advanced alert investigation and analyze security events across identity, endpoint, and network telemetry.
Handle Tier I escalation workflows and support Tier II incident response activities.
Coordinate incident containment efforts and escalate complex incidents to Tier III as needed.
Monitor log ingestion pipelines and ensure data sources are functioning properly.
Document incidents, findings, and response actions in accordance with SOC procedures.
Contribute to daily reporting and provide accurate shift handoff documentation.
Identify trends, anomalies, and potential threats through continuous monitoring and analysis.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support incident resolution and improve detection capabilities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or cybersecurity operations role.
Experience with security monitoring tools, SIEM platforms, and incident response processes.
Strong understanding of alert triage, escalation procedures, and incident handling workflows.
Experience analyzing logs, alerts, and telemetry from identity, endpoint, and network systems.
Ability to work in a 24x7 operational environment, including shift-based coverage.
Must hold at least one of the following certifications or equivalent: GCIA, GCIH, CISSP, CEH, or similar cybersecurity certification.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive pay
comprehensive health coverage
flexible PTO
federal holidays off
tuition reimbursement
professional development support
wellness stipends
culture that values and rewards hard work, dedication, and adaptability

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Hard Skills & Tools

security monitoringalert triageincident responselog analysistelemetry analysisincident handlingdata source monitoringthreat detectionanomaly identificationescalation procedures

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationdocumentationproblem-solvingattention to detailorganizational skillsadaptabilityteamworkanalytical thinkingtime management

Certifications

GCIAGCIHCISSPCEH