> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1918270-jr-security-operations-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1918270-jr-security-operations-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Jr. Security Operations Analyst - **Company:** Bickham Services Unlimited, LLC - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cyber Security, Runbook, Security Information and Event Management, QRadar - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c1fd0042afb0367b ## About the Role * Experience using enterprise SIEM, EDR, and Email Security platforms required. Experience with Rapid7 InsightIDR, IBM Qradar, CrowdStrike, Proofpoint, and M365 security controls are preferred. * Solid understanding and experience performing security alert and incident analysis and response. * Knowledge of threat actor tactics and attack life cycles. * Technical writing and reporting skills. * Experience in creating and updating runbooks and workflow documentation. * Demonstrated communication and collaboration abilities, working effectively with both internal teams and external partners. * Active participation in the cybersecurity community is preferred., * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field, or equivalent experience in enterprise security operations or MSSP environments. * Minimum 2+ years of experience responding to security-related alerts and incidents in an MSSP or large enterprise environment. * Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GCIA, or other relevant cybersecurity credentials preferred. ## Description We are seeking a Junior SOC Analyst to be an integral member of our client's Security Operations team. This is a US-based opportunity, is 100% remote for now, and includes but is not limited to the following areas of Security Operations support: * Provide initial triage of cyber security alerts, incidents, and potentially malicious emails, conducting in-depth analysis and communicating findings and recommendations in a clear, digestible manner for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Support key stakeholders throughout the incident response process, providing detailed analysis from initial detection and root cause identification, to performing mitigation and containment response actions. * Identify alert trends and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance detection and response capabilities. * Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of runbooks and workflow documentation. * With a positive and professional approach, effectively engage and collaborate with Security Operations team members, other internal teams, and organizational leaders. ## Related Videos - [Technical Documentation - How Can I Write Them Better and Why Should I Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/681-technical-documentation-how-can-i-write-them-better-and-why-should-i-care) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Bridging AI and Nomad: a Go-based MCP Server for Cluster Control](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2063-bridging-ai-and-nomad-a-go-based-mcp-server-for-cluster-control) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. Developers Decide What Actually Gets Deployed.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/693-events-like-rsac-get-you-cisos-developers-decide-what-actually-gets-deployed) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Understanding and Mitigating Common Web Vulnerabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/565-understanding-and-mitigating-common-web-vulnerabilities)