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# SOC Analyst (Remote EST) - Splunk/AWS/Sentinel

- **Company:** Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $93,600
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Domain Name System (DNS), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Log Analysis, Networking Basics, Anti-Phishing, Security Information and Event Management, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Google Cloud, QRadar, Malware, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/fec0a61f-778c-4ee1-90f2-ab89e9600681

## About the Role

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of cybersecurity or SOC experience and a strong understanding of security operations concepts. You will work closely with IT and security teams to monitor alerts, investigate potential threats, and help maintain the organization's overall security posture.
This role offers the opportunity to transition into a permanent position based on performance and business needs. Required Skills & Experience

 * 2+ years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or cybersecurity-focused role
 * Experience monitoring and responding to security alerts and incidents
 * Familiarity with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar, or similar tools
 * Knowledge of common attack vectors, threat detection methodologies, and incident response processes
 * Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, and firewalls
 * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
 * Ability to document findings and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desired Skills & Experience

 * Industry certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GSEC, or similar
 * Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools
 * Exposure to cloud security environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
 * Experience reviewing phishing, malware, and suspicious activity investigations
 * Knowledge of vulnerability management processes, Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

## Description

Job Description A growing organization is seeking a SOC Analyst to join its cybersecurity team on a 3-month contract-to-hire basis. This is a fully remote opportunity for an early-career security professional who is looking to build hands-on experience in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring within a collaborative environment., What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

 * 100% Hands-On
 * Monitor security alerts and events across enterprise environments
 * Investigate suspicious activity and escalate security incidents when necessary
 * Analyze logs from endpoints, servers, cloud platforms, and network devices
 * Assist with incident response activities and remediation efforts
 * Perform threat hunting and support vulnerability remediation initiatives
 * Document investigations, findings, and recommendations
 * Collaborate with IT and security teams to improve detection and response capabilities
 * Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures