Remote SOC Analyst

Remote SOC Analyst

Posted 1 week ago by Stellar Professionals LLC

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote or Columbia, South Carolina

Summary: We are seeking a Remote SOC Analyst for a Tier 2 role focused on statewide security and incident response. The ideal candidate will have a passion for threat hunting and incident analysis. This position allows for 100% remote work, with a preference for local candidates who can work onsite as needed. The role involves driving security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response.
  • Perform deep-dive investigations into suspicious activity.
  • Collaborate with teams to fine-tune detection rules and SOC playbooks.
  • Serve as a technical SME to help support and improve security service adoption.

Key Skills:

  • 2+ Years in Security Monitoring and Incident Response.
  • 2+ Years of experience with the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
  • 2+ Years of experience in dashboard creation and reporting.
  • Associate's degree in IT/Security (or 4 years of equivalent experience).
  • Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Cortex XSIAM/XDR.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux, network design, firewalls, and VPN technology.
  • Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISA, CEH, etc.).

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Columbia

Country: United States

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are looking for a skilled Remote SOC Analyst to join our team! This is a high-impact, Tier 2 SOC role focused on safeguarding statewide security and incident response. If you are passionate about threat hunting and incident analysis, we want to hear from you.

Role Logistics:

  • Work Arrangement: 100% Remote (Preference given to local candidates in Columbia, SC, who can work onsite as needed).
  • Location: Primary location is 4430 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC.
  • Interview Process: 1 round of virtual/online interviews, with the possibility of a second in-person round.

What You'll Do:

  • Drive security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response.
  • Perform deep-dive investigations into suspicious activity.
  • Collaborate with teams to fine-tune detection rules and SOC playbooks.
  • Serve as a technical SME to help support and improve security service adoption.

The Essentials (Must-Haves):

  • 2+ Years in Security Monitoring and Incident Response.
  • 2+ Years of experience with the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
  • 2+ Years of experience in dashboard creation and reporting.
  • Associate's degree in IT/Security (or 4 years of equivalent experience).

Bonus Points (Preferred):

  • Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Cortex XSIAM/XDR.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux, network design, firewalls, and VPN technology.
  • Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISA, CEH, etc.).