Security Operations Center - SOC Analyst

Security Operations Center - SOC Analyst I # 595

Rocky Hill, CT, USA

Posted Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 4:00 AM

As an industry-leading fintech provider, COCC delivers innovative, comprehensive technology solutions and strategic partnerships throughout the Northeastern United States. Listed among American Banker's Fin Tech 100 and the Inc. 5,000 fastest growing companies in the nation, COCC inspires the industry with innovation and top-quality support. Designated a Top Workplace in Connecticut and a nationally Certified Great Place to Work, COCC recognizes employees as the core of our success.

We are seeking a SOC Analyst I to join our Security Operations Center team and play a key role in monitoring, detecting, and responding to security events across internal and customer environments. This role is ideal for someone in cybersecurity who wants hands on experience with modern security technologies while working closely with peers and senior analysts in a 24x7 SOC environment.

• Hybrid schedules and ample paid time off supporting work life balance and flexibility
• Customized training and onboarding to support you in your first year at COCC
• Robust employee development programs aligned with career pathing objectives
• Cutting edge training and educational resources from vendors like SANS, Plural Sight, and CBTNuggets
• Generous PTO, benefits, and competitive compensation
• On site fitness centers, wellness incentives, and lifestyle spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• One on one career coaching
• DEIB initiatives championing inclusion and encouraging you to bring your whole self to work
• Financial planning assistance with certified professionals
• Peer recognition programs

• Monitor security alerts, detections, and events across internal and client environments
• Perform triage, investigation, and initial response actions for security incidents
• Review logs and analyze security events using SIEM and monitoring tools
• Document incidents and produce internal and client facing reports
• Escalate incidents to senior analysts when appropriate
• Support client service deployments and configuration changes
• Participate in threat research and basic threat hunting activities
• Assist with detection tuning and false positive review
• Follow established procedures and runbooks to ensure consistent response
  
  Support client requests related to security services and configurations
• Participate in maintenance windows and security improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with peers and management on cybersecurity operations and improvements

• A foundational background in cybersecurity or information security
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Technology, or related experience preferred but will consider relevant work experience and/or certifications
• Prior SOC or security monitoring experience
• Experience investigating events and incidents within a SIEM
• Familiarity with SIEM technology or related security tools
• Experience working with logs, monitoring tools, and security workflows
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to explain technical findings in clear, detailed language
• Experience working in both Linux and Windows environments
• Understanding of vulnerability management and log monitoring concepts
• Security certifications such as Security+, GSEC, or CySA+ preferred
• Scripting or coding experience is a plus

Salary range for this role is $67,392-$101,192K per year

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not currently or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

COCC is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. All applicants are required to pass a credit, background, and substance test prior to employment. COCC procures background and consumer reports in compliance with all Federal and State regulations, including The Fair Credit Reporting Act and applicable Department of Labor laws regarding pre-employment screens. COCC is an equal opportunity employer committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

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