SOC Analyst

SOC Analyst I

At Strada, possibility isn't just a promise – it's the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact. Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling work forces to perform at their best.

We are seeking a motivated SOC Analyst I to serve as the first line of defense within our Security Operations Center. In this role, you will be responsible for actively monitoring and triaging security alerts across Microsoft Sentinel, Defender XDR, Entra , threat intelligence platforms, performing initial investigations, and escalating validated threats to Tier 2 analysts. You will leverage available telemetry, including identity, endpoint, and network data, to assess suspicious activity, support incident response efforts, and ensure accurate documentation of findings.

This role also contributes to maintaining operational efficiency by following established playbooks, identifying recurring alert patterns, and supporting ongoing improvements to SOC processes, automation, and documentation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, eager to grow in cybersecurity, and comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment. This position plays a critical role in early threat detection, consistent alert handling, and maintaining security visibility across Strada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to security alerts from Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender XDR, Zero Fox, and Entra  activity
• Perform initial triage of alerts to determine severity, scope, and whether activity is malicious or a false positive
• Conduct basic investigations using available telemetry from Azure, Endpoint, Office, etc
• Utilize Kusto Query Language (KQL) to query logs and validate suspicious activity when required
• Escalate validated or high-risk alerts to Tier 2 analysts with clear documentation, supporting evidence, and timelines
• Follow established SOC playbooks and SOP during alert handling and investigations
• Document all investigations and actions taken in the case management system (Service Now) with accuracy and clarity
• Track and identify recurring alerts or patterns in the environment and report findings to support detection tuning efforts
• Support incident response efforts by collecting relevant artifacts and assisting Tier 2 in identifying potential root cause
• Provide feedback on SOC processes, playbooks, and workflows to improve operational efficiency
• Assist with projects and ongoing efforts to create documentation, support automation initiatives, and review legacy SOC processes
• Ensure timely response and adherence to SLAs for alert acknowledgment, triage, and escalation
• Assist Compliance teams with audit requests by retrieving and organizing relevant security log data from Sentinel

Qualifications and

Experience:

• 0–2 years of experience working in a SOC, security operations, or related technical role
• Experience using a query language (e.g., KQL, SQL) to analyze data and investigate anomalies
• Basic understanding of security concepts, including Active Directory/Entra , network security, and authentication flows
• Foundational knowledge of Microsoft Azure (e.g., Azure Subscriptions, Enterprise Applications, and Virtual Networks)
• Familiarity with security tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR
• Experience working with Service Now or similar ticketing/case management platforms
• Exposure to threat hunting or validating threats using OSINT or threat intelligence sources
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to express risk and probability to stakeholders
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC-200, eJPT, CPTS, or equivalent are a plus

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