Cyber Security Specialist / SOC Tier-2 Analyst

Cyber Security Specialist / SOC Tier-2 Analyst

Posted Today by Zolon Tech Solutions Inc

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote

Summary: The role of SOC Tier-2 Cyber Security Specialist involves advanced incident analysis, threat detection, and response within a 24x7 SOC environment. The specialist will conduct deep-dive investigations and correlate data from various security tools to enhance security operations. This position requires a strong background in IT and security, particularly in SOC and threat management. The candidate will also support cloud security monitoring and contribute to automation and AI/ML enhancements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform Tier-2 incident investigation and escalation
  • Analyze network traffic, IDS/IPS alerts, and SIEM logs
  • Respond to security incidents using playbooks and SOPs
  • Work with Splunk, SOAR, Proofpoint, SentinelOne, FirePower, and Microsoft Defender
  • Support cloud security monitoring across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
  • Assist with automation and AI/ML-based SOC enhancements

Key Skills:

  • 8-12 years of IT/Security experience
  • 3+ years in SOC / Threat Management (Tier-2)
  • Strong TCP/IP, IDS/IPS, and SIEM (Splunk) knowledge
  • Security certifications (CISSP, GSEC, GCED, SSCP) preferred

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: undetermined

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are seeking an experienced SOC Tier-2 Cyber Security Specialist to perform advanced incident analysis, threat detection, and response. The role involves deep-dive investigations, correlating data across multiple security tools, and supporting 24x7 SOC operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform Tier-2 incident investigation and escalation

  • Analyze network traffic, IDS/IPS alerts, and SIEM logs

  • Respond to security incidents using playbooks and SOPs

  • Work with Splunk, SOAR, Proofpoint, SentinelOne, FirePower, and Microsoft Defender

  • Support cloud security monitoring across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform

  • Assist with automation and AI/ML-based SOC enhancements

Requirements:

  • 8 12 years of IT/Security experience

  • 3+ years in SOC / Threat Management (Tier-2)

  • Strong TCP/IP, IDS/IPS, and SIEM (Splunk) knowledge

Certifications: Security certifications (CISSP, GSEC, GCED, SSCP) preferred