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# Senior SOC Analyst

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** Irving, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, ARM Architecture, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Linux, Digital Forensics, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Security Software, Security Information and Event Management, Data Logging, Scripting, Google Cloud, Mitre Att&ck, Malware, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Splunk, Servicenow
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9b01cf12-f3ed-406a-99a6-c892451e456e

## About the Role

* 6+ years of cybersecurity experience, including experience in security operations, incident response, threat hunting, or related areas
 * Demonstrated experience leading complex or high-severity security incidents
 * Strong experience with SIEM, EDR, threat detection, and incident response technologies
 * Knowledge of Windows, Linux, identity, network, and cloud security concepts
 * Hands-on experience with digital forensics, security investigations, and malware analysis
 * Experience developing detection queries, rules, and automated security workflows
 * Proficiency with scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, or similar technologies
 * Familiarity with security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST
 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills
 * Ability to mentor analysts and communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences, * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred
 * Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, GREM, or OSCP
 * Experience with tools such as Splunk, Cortex, ServiceNow, Jira, or comparable security platforms
 * Experience securing or investigating AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or Microsoft 365 environments
 * Experience with threat hunting, purple teaming, attack simulation, or adversary emulation
 * Previous experience serving as a technical lead, incident commander, or senior escalation resource

## Description

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst in Irving, TX., * Lead response to complex cybersecurity incidents, including investigation, containment, recovery, and root-cause analysis

 * Conduct advanced threat hunting, digital forensics, malware analysis, and security investigations
 * Develop and improve security detections, automated response workflows, and monitoring capabilities
 * Analyze threat intelligence and adversary techniques to identify risks and strengthen security controls
 * Partner with security, infrastructure, cloud, and technology teams to improve logging, visibility, and incident response
 * Serve as a senior technical escalation point and provide guidance and mentorship to security analysts
 * Develop incident response playbooks, procedures, and security documentation
 * Lead post-incident reviews, security exercises, and continuous improvement initiatives
 * Communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations to technical and business stakeholders