Job Description
Security Operations Center Analyst | Remote | Competitive Pay
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Security Operations Center Analyst to join a fast-growing cybersecurity team supporting a leading reinsurance firm. This is a fully remote, contract-based role offering $60-$80 per hour (paid in USD) with an initial 6-month contract, likely extending up to 2 years. As a Security Operations Center Analyst, you will play a crucial role in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents while working with cutting-edge security tools.
Key Responsibilities
Security Operations Center Analyst – Incident Monitoring & Response
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Monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot security events using SIEM, EDR, application whitelisting, and endpoint monitoring tools.
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Serve as the first responder for Tier 1 and Tier 2 SOC tickets, escalating issues as needed.
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Track and coordinate security incidents through ServiceNow or other ticketing systems.
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Assist in security incident investigations, corrective actions, and compliance enforcement.
Security Operations Center Analyst – Security Tools & Process Improvement
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Support security operations by installing, configuring, and maintaining security tools such as Microsoft Defender ATP, Symantec, and Carbon Black Protection.
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Assist in shifting non-security workloads to other IT teams to streamline operations.
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Identify and implement process improvements to enhance security monitoring and response.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
What We Look for in a Security Operations Center Analyst
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3+ years of experience in Information Technology, with a focus on cybersecurity.
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Experience working in a SOC (Security Operations Center) with SIEM, EDR software, and endpoint/network security monitoring.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
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Excellent teamwork and communication skills, including the ability to work with non-technical users.
Preferred Qualifications
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5+ years of experience in L2 support or cybersecurity roles.
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Familiarity with Splunk, Rapid7, Exabeam, and scripting technologies (PowerShell, Python).
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Knowledge of cloud security (Azure), Active Directory, and enterprise security best practices.
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Security certifications are preferred but not required.
Why Join?
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Fully remote role—work from anywhere with UK working hours (9 AM – 5 PM, no shifts).
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Competitive hourly rate ($60-$80 per hour, paid in USD).
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Long-term contract potential (up to 2 years) with a leading global cybersecurity team.
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Access to cutting-edge security tools and training in a high-impact role.
If you’re a Security Operations Center Analyst looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a high-caliber cybersecurity team, apply now!