Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Location : Remote (within commuting distance to New York City, Boston, or Atlanta)

Shift : 3 : 00 PM 12 : 00 AM ET, Monday through Friday

Employment Type : Permanent Full-time

Compensation Structure : Base salary and eligibility for Bonus and Overtime

Position Summary :

A global law firm is seeking a Security Operations Center Analyst to join its information security team. This position operates during the evening shift and plays a key role in defending the firm's worldwide technology environment.

The analyst will serve as a frontline responder -detecting, investigating, and resolving cybersecurity alerts. The role requires strong analytical judgment, familiarity with security infrastructure, and the ability to collaborate with IT and business teams to maintain a secure environment.

Core Duties :

• Monitor for unusual or suspicious network activity, data movement, or potential security breaches.
• Conduct triage and investigation of alerts, escalating complex incidents as necessary.
• Support and troubleshoot security tools, including VPNs, email filtering, and endpoint protection systems.
• Collaborate with IT and Security Engineering teams during incident response and remediation efforts.
• Assist with regular system upkeep, configuration updates, and documentation.
• Contribute to improving monitoring, detection, and incident response processes.

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Preferred Certifications :