Senior Security Operations Analyst

• Job Title: Senior Security Operations Analyst
• Note: Open to Security Operations Analyst (2-4 years), Senior Security Operations Analyst (5-8 years), and Lead Security Operations Analyst (8+ years) candidates
• Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On-site Monday - Thursday; remote Fridays)
• Travel: Typically 0%. Up to 20% based upon business needs.
• Compensation: Base salary + 10% bonus + benefits.
• Base Salary Guidance: 2-4 years = $72,000 - $92,000 per year. 5-8 years = $90,000 - $120,000 per year. 8-10+ years = $115,000 - $145,000 per year.

Required Technical

Skills:

• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR, MDR, NDR, or cloud/identity security platforms
• Threat triage, incident investigation, telemetry analysis, and vulnerability management
• Clear technical documentation and root-cause analysis skills

Preferred Technical

Skills:

• Detection engineering, automation scripting (Python/Power Shell), and API integrations
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, GCIH, CISSP)

Employer Value Proposition:

• Multi-track career path allowing seamless growth from mid-level analyst to technical lead
• Work with a modern security tool suite often unavailable in MSP environments
• High-visibility, hands-on environment protecting critical enterprise systems
• The business reimburses for technical certifications and helps staff remain cutting-edge

Job Description:

Defend, Innovate, and Elevate Your Cybersecurity Career

As a Security Operations Analyst, you'll stand on the front lines, safeguarding critical assets and tackling real-world cyber threats. You will spend your time diving into telemetry, uncovering root causes, and automating detections alongside a passionate technical team. Here, your sharp analytical skills won't just clear tickets—they will actively shape our security posture and elevate our entire defense capability.

Why Join Our Team?

• Tailored Career Paths:
  Step into a role fit for your level—from Analyst mastering triage, to Senior leading complex investigations, to Lead architecting service maturity.
• Hands-On Innovation:
  Build detection engineering, refine playbooks, and automate workflows across modern SIEM, EDR, and cloud platforms.
• Direct Ownership:
  Own security domains, lead critical incident responses, and guide key stakeholders on risk-based decisions.
• Growth Culture:
  Work on-site in Carmel, IN, within an environment built on mentorship and continuous learning.

What You'll Do

• Investigate & Respond:
  Triage alerts across endpoint, identity, network, and cloud tools; coordinate containment and post-incident reviews.
• Remediate Vulnerabilities:
  Execute security assessments and work with system owners to prioritize and resolve risks.
• Optimize Detections:
  Refine correlation rules and automate playbooks using smart scripting to reduce manual effort.
• Lead & Support:
  Collaborate with peers, uphold documentation standards, and drive operational maturity.

What You'll Need

• Experience: 2+ years in SOC/security operations (4-8 years for Senior; 8+ years for Lead).
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Hands-on expertise with SIEM, EDR, MDR, or cloud security tools.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/IT (or equivalent training/certifications).