Cybersecurity SOC Analyst

Cybersecurity SOC Analyst
Plan A Technologies is looking for an experienced Cybersecurity SOC Analyst to support daily monitoring, analysis, and documentation activities within the Security Operations Center. In this role you will monitor logs, investigate alerts, support audits, and help strengthen our overall security posture within established SLAs.

• 24/7 monitoring of security events and escalations

• Documentation for SOC 1 & SOC 2 audits

• Vulnerability management support

• Cross‑team collaboration with Cybersecurity, IT, and Cloud Engineering teams

• Participation in phishing campaigns, internal audits, and resilience exercises

• Perform Tier 1 & Tier 2 SOC activities, including log monitoring, alert analysis, and threat escalation.
• Investigate security events and follow runbooks & SLAs for escalations.
• Maintain situational awareness of emerging threats and potential risks.
• Support daily operational tasks to ensure 24/7 coverage where applicable.

• Prepare and maintain SOC documentation required for SOC 1 and SOC 2 audits, ensuring accuracy and readiness.
• Provide ongoing support, documentation, and monitoring for SOC controls and evidence collection.
• Generate clear, detailed incident reports, threat findings, and vulnerability summaries.
• Maintain audit‑ready documentation for 2025 assessments, penetration tests, and resilience exercises.

• Assist with vulnerability scanning, validation, prioritization, and tracking.
• Document remediation recommendations and coordinate escalation with engineering teams.
• Support vulnerability management reporting and compliance‑driven remediation timelines.

• Maintain SOC documentation related to business resilience and continuity readiness.
• Assist in cybersecurity phishing campaigns, including execution, tracking, reporting, and program improvements.
• Support internal stakeholders during audits, pen tests, and security review exercises.

• Work closely with Cybersecurity, IT, and Cloud Engineering teams to improve visibility, detection, and response.
• Participate in meetings, ticket reviews, and knowledge‑sharing sessions.
• Assist in maintaining and improving SOC runbooks, processes, and response playbooks.

• BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years in a SOC, cybersecurity operations, or related security role.
• Experience with security log monitoring, alert triage, and incident escalation.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, detection systems, and ticketing workflows.
• Understanding of vulnerability management concepts and security scanning tools.
• Basic knowledge of SOC 1/SOC 2, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and other security frameworks.
• Experience supporting audits, evidence gathering, or compliance programs.
• Foundational certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CC, or relevant GIAC certifications are a plus.
• Familiarity with phishing campaigns, security training, or user awareness programs.
• Experience with cloud security monitoring (AWS preferred).
• Strong written communication skills for documentation and reporting.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable working in process‑driven environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross‑functional teams.
• Solid written and verbal English skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive work attitude.
• Initiative and drive to do great things.

Plan A Technologies is an American software development and technology advisory firm that delivers top‑tier engineering talent to clients worldwide. Our software engineers work on custom product development projects, staff augmentation, major integrations, and upgrades, providing more hands‑on service than large outsourcing shops while managing enterprise‑grade clients.

Location:

Work From Home 100% of the time, or travel to one of our global offices as preferred.
Benefits:
Generous vacation schedule, brand new laptop, and other perks.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!