SOC Analyst Shift Lead

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events in the Security Operations Center (SOC) and perform initial triage, analysis, and escalation as needed.
• Investigate potential security incidents using SIEM, endpoint, network, and other security tools to determine scope, impact, and next steps.
• Document findings, actions taken, and incident details clearly and accurately in accordance with SOC procedures and reporting requirements.
• Escalate confirmed or high-risk incidents to senior analysts or incident response teams when appropriate.
• Support threat detection, alert tuning, and ongoing improvement of SOC monitoring processes and playbooks.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather information, support investigations, and help protect enterprise systems and data.
• Stay current on common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 6 overall years of work experience, 4+ years ideally of experience in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related technical support role.
• Strong understanding of security operations, incident response, and common cyber threats.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, log analysis, and endpoint or network security concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to prioritize and respond to alerts in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and follow established procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
• Have prior experience leading SOC shifts and mentoring junior analysts.
• Must be able to work full time and support SOC operations as needed.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST before onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.

• Experience with tools such as Splunk, QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel, or similar SIEM platforms.
• Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GSEC, or equivalent.
• Exposure to incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, or malware analysis.
• Basic scripting or automation skills (Python, Power Shell, or similar).
• Knowledge of frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, or CIS controls.

The annual salary range for this position is $92,000.00-$. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and  protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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