Security Analyst

DataVox

Security Analyst at DataVox managing SOC operations and client security strategy. Monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and contribute to security roadmaps in Houston office.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudLinuxPythonSplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and triage alerts across multiple client environments using SIEM, EDR, and other security telemetry
Investigate suspicious activity, contain incidents, and document findings clearly
Tune detections, reduce false positives, and contribute to the playbook library
Perform Tier 2 escalations — phishing, malware, lateral movement, identity compromise
Participate in client-facing meetings: monthly reviews, incident debriefs, security posture conversations
Help shape security strategy recommendations for MSSP clients (controls, hardening, roadmap input)
Stay current on threat actor TTPs, emerging vulnerabilities, and platform updates

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–2 years of hands-on SOC analyst experience (Tier 1, ideally with some Tier 2 exposure)
Working knowledge of at least one major EDR platform: CrowdStrike Falcon, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Experience with at least one SIEM (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, CrowdStrike, Sumo Logic, QRadar, Elastic, or similar)
Industry certification: CompTIA Security+,CySA+, or equivalent — or willingness to earn within 90 days
Solid grasp of fundamentals: networking, Windows/Linux internals, MITRE ATT&CK, common attack chains
Clear written and verbal communication — you can explain a finding to a non-technical client
Curiosity, ownership, and the drive to grow into a senior contributor
Nice to Have: MSP or MSSP experience (multi-tenant environments, ticket-driven workflows)
Cloud security exposure (Azure, AWS, M365 security stack)
Scripting in PowerShell or Python
Additional certifications: BTL1, GCIA, GCIH, or Microsoft SC-200
Experience with phishing analysis, malware triage, or threat hunting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Matching 401(k) and Roth Retirement Plans
Sponsored 529 College Savings Plan
Professional Development Reimbursement
Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Company Holidays
Mileage & Phone Reimbursement
Annual Health & Wellness Fairs
Sustainable Business Practices
A Culture That Brings People Together
Career Growth & Upskilling Opportunities
Team & Company Events (Virtual & In-Person)
Employee Appreciation Days & Holiday Celebrations
Dedicated Employee Engagement Committee
Endless Opportunities to Connect and Collaborate

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Hard Skills & Tools

SOC analystEDRSIEMscriptingnetworkingWindows internalsLinux internalsMITRE ATT&CKphishing analysismalware triage

Soft Skills

clear communicationcuriosityownershipdrive to grow

Certifications

CompTIA Security+CySA+BTL1GCIAGCIHMicrosoft SC-200