Senior Associate, SOC Analyst

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360 and others.

KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Cyber Operations to join our Enterprise Security Services organization for a remote work opportunity.

• Utilize your expertise in IT security, security operations, and incident response to enhance and maintain robust 24x7 cybersecurity operations, ensuring swift and effective handling of incidents and ongoing protection of organizational assets.
• Handle and coordinate tasks such as incident management, threat hunting, forensic analysis, and remediation efforts to mitigate threats; conduct regular assessments to identify vulnerabilities and insecure configurations and review security change requests to ensure robust protective measures.
• Configure and monitor security tools, including alerts, correlation rules, and reporting mechanisms; implement automation and orchestration to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of security monitoring and response processes, aiming for a unified "single pane of glass" solution.
• Leverage intelligence to apply threat monitoring and vulnerability detection to evaluate and respond effectively to events and developing risk severity level and mitigation approaches, incorporating feedback and lessons learned into enhanced preventive and detective controls.
• Stay updated on the latest security practices and technologies, mentor the team through knowledge‑sharing sessions, and build strong relationships with internal tech groups to ensure strategic alignment and foster collaboration.
• Develop work product(s) and support small projects, threat assessments, and incident investigations while managing deadlines, expectations, and contributing to staffing decisions.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment.

• Minimum three years of recent experience in cybersecurity operations with experience implementing processes and playbooks in cybersecurity monitoring and incident response activities.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CCSK, GSEC, GCIH, GCFE, GCFA, SC-200, CEH, and AZ-900 are preferred.
• Experience with scripting or automation, and Service Now is a plus.
• Work Schedule:
  
  10‑hour shifts, Sunday‑Wednesday or Wednesday‑Saturday; flexibility is required to adapt to business needs.
• Excellent verbal/written English communication, collaboration, analytical and presentation skills; effectively communicate risk, technical information, and host meetings effectively in a matrixed environment.
• Experience with on‑prem and Azure Cloud environments.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity.

California Salary Range: $82,200 - $168,200. Salary ranges for other locations can be viewed on our Pay Transparency page:  KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well‑being benefits.

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.