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# SOC Analyst II

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** Irving, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ARM Architecture, JIRA, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Linux, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Security Log, Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Mitre Att&ck, Cybercrime, Splunk, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response, Servicenow
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.kforce.com/find-work/search-jobs/#/detail/MTY5Nn5XUUd-MjE5Mzg2M1Qxfjk5/

## About the Role

* 3-5 years of cybersecurity experience, including experience in security operations, incident response, or a related area
 * Hands-on experience investigating security incidents using SIEM, EDR, and other security monitoring tools
 * Knowledge of Windows, Linux, identity systems, networking, and common security log sources
 * Experience with incident response, threat detection, and MITRE ATT&CK concepts
 * Experience developing or tuning security queries and detection rules
 * Familiarity with scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, or similar technologies
 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
 * Ability to mentor junior analysts and coordinate incident response activities

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, or similar credentials
 * Experience with cloud and SaaS security environments
 * Experience with SOAR, threat hunting, attack simulation, or security automation
 * Familiarity with tools such as Splunk, Cortex, ServiceNow, Jira, or comparable technologies

## Description

Kforce has a client that is seeking a SOC Analyst II in Irving, TX. Duties Include:

 * Investigate and manage escalated cybersecurity alerts and incidents across endpoint, network, identity, email, and cloud environments
 * Lead containment, remediation, and recovery activities for security incidents
 * Analyze security data to determine root cause, scope, impact, and appropriate response actions
 * Develop and tune security detections, alerts, and automated response workflows
 * Conduct threat hunting and use threat intelligence to identify potential risks and improve monitoring
 * Collect and analyze forensic evidence and document investigation findings
 * Mentor junior analysts and serve as a technical escalation resource
 * Maintain incident response procedures, playbooks, and security documentation
 * Support continuous improvement of security monitoring, detection, and response capabilities