WGU Advancement

Senior SOC Analyst

WGU Advancement

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: RaleighNorth CarolinaUtahUnited States

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Salary

💰 $127,700 - $191,500 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Perform advanced threat detection, analysis, and response across multiple platforms and environments
  • Lead investigations into security incidents and coordinate remediation efforts
  • Develop and tune SIEM content, alerts, and dashboards to improve detection capabilities
  • Monitor endpoint and network security tools to identify anomalies and enforce security policies
  • Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to implement secure configurations and best practices
  • Research emerging threats and recommend innovative solutions to strengthen security posture
  • Support compliance initiatives and contribute to security audits and risk assessments

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in information security operations
  • Expertise in SIEM platforms and security content development
  • Hands-on experience with intrusion detection/prevention (Mimecast), endpoint protection (CrowdStrike or Carbon Black), and vulnerability management
  • Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK Framework and cloud security principles
  • Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, Bash)
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Benefits
  • Comprehensive healthcare
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Legal assistance and identity protection
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Discounted WGU tuition for you and your family
  • Flexible PTO and Sick time
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Additional paid leaves, including parental leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
threat detectionincident responseSIEM content developmentscriptingautomationintrusion detectionendpoint protectionvulnerability managementcloud securityMITRE ATT&CK Framework
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skills