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# Junior Cyber Defense SOC Analyst - 175883 - 175987

- **Company:** ZP Group
- **Location:** Philadelphia, PA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cyber Security, Internet Security, Open Source Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management, Mitre Att&ck, Cyber Threat Analysis, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Cyber Warfare, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/junior-cyber-defense-soc-analyst-175883-175987-philadelphia-pa--3f2fb87a-eabb-4255-b8c9-9b690f3dc881

## About the Role

Internet Security, Analysis Skills, Security Monitoring, Security Analysis, Computer Security, Incident Response, Time Management, Internet Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Attacks, runbooks, SOPs. · Communication and Collaboration o Communicate escalations effectively to mid-tier and senior analysts. o Collaborate with other cyber security team members and I.S. staff to resolve security incidents. Required Skills and Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience) · Offensive Security OSDA or equivalent certification · Strong understanding of cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and defense strategies. · Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills. · Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team. · Proficient knowledge of the Incident Response lifecycle · Proficient knowledge of the Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK framework Qualifications: : · Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience) · Offensive Security OSDA or equivalent certification
· Strong understanding of cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and defense strategies. · Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills. · Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team. · Proficient knowledge of the Incident Response lifecycle · Proficient knowledge of the Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK framework

## Description

Responsibilities: : · Security Monitoring o Monitor security events using SIEM and other event monitoring tools. o Respond to SIEM alerts timely and efficiently. o Conduct in-depth analysis of security logs and alerts to identify security incidents. o Perform OSINT and stay informed about emerging threats, TTPs, and IOCs o Respond to escalations timely and efficiently. o Monitor and respond to incoming queries via phone, email, and tickets. o Conduct E-Discovery o Leverage threat intelligence to conduct threat hunts. · Incident Response o Identify, analyze, and contain cyber threats. o Execute incident response procedures independently. o Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) · Documentation and Reporting o Document security event response and actions taken. o Prepare reports and summaries on emerging threats, incidents, and investigations. o Document and track incident timelines. o Prepare threat hunting and IOC/APT tracking reports. o Develop and maintain playbook