- Company Name
- Kelly
- Job Title
- Jr. SOC Analyst
- Job Description
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**Job Title:** Junior SOC Analyst
**Role Summary:** Monitors, analyzes, and investigates cybersecurity threats using security tools and incident response procedures in a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
**Expectations:** US Citizenship required. Must possess a passion for cybersecurity, demonstrated attention to detail in technical settings, and availability for 24/7/365 shift coverage (2nd/3rd shift, weekends, holidays).
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Monitor, analyze, and investigate alerts from IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxies, servers, endpoints, and network devices.
- Respond to or escalate security incidents using established event handling and incident response protocols.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT teams to resolve threats.
- Perform log analysis (syslog, netflow, SIEM platforms), network traffic inspection (tcpdump, Wireshark), and endpoint threat detection.
- Document processes, revise procedures, and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
**Required Skills:**
- US Citizenship
- Proven ability to work in technical cybersecurity environments
- Cybersecurity certifications (CompTIA Security+ required, others preferred)
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, network topology, Windows/UNIX systems, and web security
- Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, etc.), packet analysis tools, and endpoint protection platforms
- Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
**Education & Certifications:**
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or related field OR equivalent work experience.
- Required: CompTIA Security+
- Preferred: Network+, A+, CySA+, GSEC, CEH, GCIH, GIAC, or similar certifications
West hartford, United states
On site
18-09-2025