Lead SOC Analyst

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a difference in protecting our company's assets, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as the Lead SOC Analyst and help us secure our digital world.

Job Title: Lead SOC Analyst

Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary: $115 Per hour

Employment Type: Contract

About the Role: As the Lead SOC Analyst, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our company's digital assets and ensuring the security of our systems. You will lead a team of SOC analysts to monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents in real-time. Your expertise in security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence will be crucial in protecting our organization against cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of SOC analysts to monitor and analyze security events and alerts from various sources, including security tools, network and system logs, and threat intelligence feeds.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, network intrusions, and data breaches.
• Utilize advanced security tools and techniques to identify and mitigate potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and playbooks to ensure a swift and effective response to security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, engineering, and legal, to address security issues and implement security controls.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to continually enhance the company's security posture.
• Mentor and train junior SOC analysts to improve their technical skills and knowledge of security operations.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address security gaps.
• Monitor and report on key security metrics to measure the effectiveness of the company's security program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a security operations role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position.
• Strong understanding of security operations, incident response, and threat intelligence.
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and vulnerability management.
• In-depth knowledge of network and system security, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint security.
• Familiarity with various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and MacOS.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to lead and grow a team of talented SOC analysts.
• Work with cutting-edge security tools and technologies.
• Be a part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.