Sr. SOC Analyst
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Job description
We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Senior SOC Analyst to lead our security monitoring and incident response efforts. In this role, you will serve as a technical escalation point, utilizing advanced forensics and threat-hunting techniques to defend complex environments while mentoring junior team members to enhance our collective security posture., * Lead advanced investigations by triaging alerts from EDR and SIEM tools, performing deep-dive analysis of network traffic and system internals to neutralize malicious activity.
- Execute proactive threat hunts using OSINT and frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and emerging TTPs within the environment.
- Drive incident remediation by determining and applying necessary countermeasures, ensuring all high-level threats are escalated and resolved efficiently.
- Optimize security architecture by providing strategic recommendations for design improvements and product offerings to strengthen the security posture across multiple platforms.
- Mentor and develop junior staff, serving as a primary technical resource and identifying growth opportunities to improve the team's operational maturity.
- Communicate technical findings through clear, comprehensive reporting and verbal briefings tailored for both technical stakeholders and non-technical management.
- Automate and refine detection logic by interpreting and analyzing scripts (Python/PowerShell) and logs to improve the accuracy and speed of the SOCs response.
Requirements
- Experience: 3+ years in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar high-intensity security role.
- Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne) and deep knowledge of Windows/Linux system internals.
- Education: Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
- Certifications: GSEC, Security+, Network+, or similar industry-standard credentials.
- Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- Language: Proficiency in English is required; bilingual skills in Spanish are preferred., * Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Information Security or related area of study
- At least 3 years of experience in a Security Operations, or similar role
- Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customer
Benefits & conditions
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Visionbenefits
- 401K with Company Match
- 10 Paid Holidays
- GenerousPaidTime Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- PaidParental & Family Leave
- and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills, wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.
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