Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
JCT Recruiting
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • New York • 🇺🇸 United States
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JuniorMid-Level
Tech Stack
Cyber SecurityFirewalls
About the role
- Actively monitor for and respond to security events, indicators of compromise, and potential data exfiltration
- Triage, investigate, and remediate security detections; escalate to Tier 2/3 when needed
- Troubleshoot and maintain security tools (e.g., VPN, email security, endpoint protection)
- Partner with Information Security and IT teams to support incident response and system improvements
- Assist with routine maintenance, documentation, and configuration updates
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of security monitoring and detection capabilities
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, SOC operations, or related IT support role
- Strong understanding of threat detection, vulnerability management, identity/access management, and endpoint protection
- Ability to apply critical thinking and discretion in resolving incidents
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts in business terms
- Familiarity with SIEM tools, firewalls, web filtering, and security protocols
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
cybersecuritythreat detectionvulnerability managementidentity managementaccess managementendpoint protectionincident responsesecurity monitoringconfiguration updatestroubleshooting
Soft skills
critical thinkingdiscretioncommunication