Junior Cyber Defense SOC Analyst

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Junior Cyber Defense SOC Analyst to support its Security Operations Center. The role monitors, detects, investigates, and responds to cybersecurity threats and incidents using security monitoring tools, threat intelligence, and incident response processes, while documenting findings and collaborating with internal teams.

What you'll do:

• Monitor security events using SIEM and other event monitoring tools
• Respond to SIEM alerts timely and efficiently
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security logs and alerts to identify security incidents
• Perform OSINT and stay informed about emerging threats, TTPs, and IOCs
• Respond to escalations timely and efficiently
• Monitor and respond to incoming queries via phone, email, and tickets
• Conduct E-Discovery
• Leverage threat intelligence to conduct threat hunts
• Identify, analyze, and contain cyber threats
• Execute incident response procedures independently
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Document security event response and actions taken

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Offensive Security OSDA or equivalent certification
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and defense strategies
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
• Proficient knowledge of the Incident Response lifecycle
• Proficient knowledge of the Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK framework