Senior Soc Analyst Level 2 Supporting With Level Ii Activities Including Monitoring, Analyzing,...

Senior SOC Analyst to support with Level II activities including monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events.Job Type : ContractPositions to fill : 1Start Date : Apr 14, 2025Job End Date : Apr 30, 2026Pay Rate : Hourly : NegotiableJob ID : 144240Our Financial industry client is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst to support with Level II activities including monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events.12 months contract, 100% Remote (PST hours)Must Have : 5-8 years of experience in a security operations or SOC analyst role, with hands-on experience in incident response and monitoring.Experience with security technologies such as SIEM (Splunk), firewalls, EDR, IDS / IPS, and vulnerability management tools.Strong understanding of TCP / IP, networking protocols, and security principles.Experience with scripting or automation tools (Python, PowerShell, etc.) is an asset.Post-secondary degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.Cyber Security Certification : CISSP, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or equivalent certifications.Nice to Have : Cloud security (Azure)Banking experienceResponsibilities : Monitor security events and alerts, investigate potential incidents, and provide responses within set timelines.Use SIEM and other security tools to analyze logs and identify any signs of suspicious or malicious activity.Lead or assist in investigating and resolving security incidents, ensuring a timely and thorough response.Work closely with internal teams and external partners to share insights and escalate issues when necessary.Keep accurate records of incidents, responses, and any follow-up actions taken.Prepare reports for management, outlining any incidents and the steps taken to resolve them.Suggest improvements to current processes, tools, and protocols to enhance the organization's security posture.#J-18808-Ljbffr