SOC Analyst 1 1 (Deer Park, TX, US, 77536)

About the position

The Senior SOC Analyst / Threat Hunter is responsible for proactive threat detection, incident response, and automation within a global Security Operations Center (SOC). This role leverages advanced analytics, threat intelligence, and AI-driven tools to identify and mitigate sophisticated cyber threats across digital assets, infrastructure, and cloud environments. This position is a member of the Information Technology (IT) division and reports to the Security Operations Center Manager.

Responsibilities
• Execute defined incident response playbooks to investigate security incidents. This includes clear documentation of incident artifacts and business impacts/concerns.
• Develop new investigation and response playbooks.
• Automate repetitive SOC tasks using Python, PowerShell, and SOAR platforms to improve response time and reduce analyst fatigue
• Leverage AI/ML-enhanced tools (e.g., SOAR platforms) to improve detection and response efficiency.
• Integrate MITRE ATT&CK and behavioral analytics into threat detection workflows.
• Conduct hypothesis-driven threat hunts using structured methodologies.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence platforms (e.g., MISP, Recorded Future) to enrich investigations.
• Design and execute proactive, hypothesis-based threat hunts across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments using behavioral indicators and threat models.
• Participate in the development and continual refinement of security group operating practices/processes.
• Provide training on tools and team processes for new analysts, Co-Ops, and Interns.
• Participates in definition of security policies, procedures, and standards. Implements, enhances, and execute security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serve on projects and initiatives as a subject matter expert and technical advisor as assigned.
• Other information security activities as needed.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, or computer science or a related field with an equivalent combination of education and experience in cybersecurity
• 2 or more industry recognized cybersecurity certification (MAD, GSOC, GCIH, CEH, etc.)
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in cybersecurity roles
• 4+ years working in a hands-on technical IT support role with strong understanding of networking, operating systems, and Microsoft Active Directory.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex security issues and develop effective solutions.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, Sigma rules, and YARA for threat detection.
• Experience with XQL, KQL, or other query languages for large-scale data analysis
• Ability to build relationships and work in a collaborative, matrix-driven, global environment.
• Strong IT process discipline
• Sound decision making, proactive/creative problem solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Must be a self-starter, able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while providing quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience with security access administration systems and processes
• Knowledge and experience with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Active Directory
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks (e.g. NIST, CIS Critical Security Controls, SANS, etc.)

Nice-to-haves
• Programming skills necessary to build and maintain interfaces between security tools or automate security processes.
• Experience with AI/ML-based threat detection and automated playbook development.
• Familiarity with threat modeling frameworks and adversary emulation.
• Exposure to OT/ICS environments
• Threat Hunting experience and familiarity with Threat intelligence programs (Recorded Future, Threat Grid, etc.)
• Experience supporting full vendor stack security applications such as SIEM (Cortex/XSIAM), IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanners experience
• Project management skills to handle multiple concurrent assignments in a timely manner.

Benefits
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution
• Competitive medical, dental & vision offerings
• Heath Savings Account
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave
• Flexible work environment

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