Senior Cybersecurity SOC Analyst

Role: Senior Cybersecurity SOC Analyst
Location: Santa Clara, CA or Carson City, NV (Onsite - 5 days a week)
Duration: 6 Months Contract to Hire

Overview: Seeking a Senior Cybersecurity SOC Analyst to lead SOC operations, threat hunting, incident response, and security automation. This role involves proactive defense, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity posture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Threat Hunting & Intelligence: Leverage CrowdStrike Falcon Complete & Overwatch to detect APTs and advanced threats.
• Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment: Conduct MITRE Telecommunication&CK based threat modeling and vulnerability assessments.
• Incident Response: Develop, test, and refine Incident Response Plans (IRPs) and lead tabletop exercises.
• SOC Operations & Automation: Improve SOAR workflows, Microsoft Sentinel playbooks, and security response capabilities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with SecOps, IT, Risk, and Compliance teams to strengthen cybersecurity strategies.

Technical Expertise Required:

• SIEM & SOAR: Expertise in Microsoft Sentinel and automation workflows.
• Firewalls & Network Security: Hands-on with FortiGate, Palo Alto, Cisco Meraki.
• Cloud Security: Strong experience with Azure AD, Azure Entra, and Azure Cloud security operations.
• Scripting & Automation: Advanced PowerShell and working Python knowledge.
• Endpoint Security: Must have hands-on CrowdStrike Falcon Complete & Overwatch experience.
• Incident Response: Experience designing and executing IRPs and security playbooks.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5-7+ years in SOC operations, threat hunting, and incident response.
• Certifications: CISSP preferred; GIAC, CISM, CISA, or Azure Security certifications are a plus.
• Education: Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Skills & Abilities:

• Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze and respond to complex security incidents.
• Communication: Clear and effective verbal & written communication.
• Leadership: Proven ability to mentor, lead teams, and manage SOC operations.
• Problem-Solving: Strategic approach to identifying and mitigating security threats.