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# Security - SOC Analyst Sr

- **Company:** XFORIA Inc
- **Location:** Irving, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Linux, Digital Forensics, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, PCI Data Security Standards, Windows PowerShell, Security Information and Event Management, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Malware, Information Technology, Cortex XSOAR Platform, Purple Team (Cyber Security), Cyber Warfare, Splunk
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/fea2bd63-c393-4d82-a706-2f5477ff107e

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
 * 6+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including at least 4 years in SOC, incident response, or threat hunting roles
 * Demonstrated experience leading response to complex, high-severity incidents from detection through recovery
 * Advanced proficiency with SIEM and EDR platforms, including complex query development (e.g., Splunk SPL) and detection engineering
 * Deep knowledge of Windows, Linux, Active Directory, and cloud attack techniques, including persistence, privilege escalation, and lateral movement
 * Hands-on experience with digital forensics (memory, disk, and log analysis) and malware analysis
 * Proficiency in Python or PowerShell for automation, data analysis, and tooling
 * Proven ability to mentor analysts and communicate technical findings to executives and non-technical stakeholders
 * Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and act as technical lead during critical incident willingness to participate in on-call rotation as the senior escalation resource
 * Experience with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell, Python, or XQL for Cyber defense Operation and Investigation
 * Ability to develop, execute queries (e.g., SPL, XQL) and scripts (Python, PowerShell) using VS Code for log analysis, and automated simulation of security scenarios to validate detection rules
 * Experience monitoring deployed detections for failures, query errors, and logic gaps; investigate detections that stop triggering.
 * Experience conducting attack simulations and evaluating detection coverage, alert accuracy, and effectiveness to drive continuous improvements.
 * Preferred Qualifications
 * Industry certifications such as CISSP, GIAC GCFA, GCIH, GREM, GCTI, or OSCP
 * Experience developing Cortex XSOAR content and implementing risk-based alerting in Splunk ES
 * Experience responding to incidents in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and Microsoft 365
 * Experience planning or running purple team and adversary emulation exercises
 * Experience in retail, payments, or PCI DSS-regulated environments, including familiarity with breach notification requirements
 * Prior experience as an incident commander, SOC shift lead, or team lead