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SOC Engineer (Level 2)
Brooklyn, NY · Mid · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$80k-$85kDetected 6 days ago
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About the role
- We are looking for an experienced SOC Engineer - Level 2 to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team.
- As a Level 2 SOC Engineer, you will play a critical role in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents.
- You will be responsible for handling more complex security threats, guiding Level 1 engineers, and contributing to the overall security posture of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Take the lead in managing security incidents, coordinating with other IT and security teams to contain, eradicate, and recover from security breaches.
- Perform detailed forensic analysis on compromised systems to identify root causes, attack vectors, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
- Maintain and optimize security tools and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection systems.
- Create and maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, forensic analysis, and response actions, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
- Incident Management: Take the lead in managing security incidents, coordinating with other IT and security teams to contain, eradicate, and recover from security breaches.
- Forensic Analysis: Perform detailed forensic analysis on compromised systems to identify root causes, attack vectors, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
- Security Tool Management: Maintain and optimize security tools and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection systems.
- Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, forensic analysis, and response actions, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
- On-Call Support: Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide after-hours support for critical security incidents.
- CTS delivers comprehensive IT solutions to meet the unique demands of mission-driven organizations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Nice to have
- MSP background or experience managing security for multiple client environments.
- Experience with vulnerability management and patch orchestration tools
- 3-5 years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity role, with at least 1-2 years at a Level 2 position or equivalent.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, or equivalent are preferred.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, or equivalent are preferred.
Skills
- Proven expertise in the following areas is required:
- Strong knowledge of security monitoring tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS) and their configuration and management.
- Proficiency in network security, endpoint security, and incident response techniques.
- Experience with forensic tools and methodologies for analyzing compromised systems.
- Familiarity with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline security processes.
- Knowledge of cloud security practices and tools (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
Compensation
- The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $85,000.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (medical, vision, dental), 80% covered for employee-only plans and 75% covered for employee-spouse, employee-kids, and employee-family plans
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Retirement Plan (401(k)) with company match
- Commuter Benefits
- Short-Term Disability Insurance fully paid by the company
- Long-Term Disability Insurance fully paid by the company
- Life and AD&D Insurance, with optional Supplemental Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off, including Paid Parental Leave
Company info
- We are headquartered in Brooklyn, NY with 90+ employees across the US and several other countries.
- Learn more about us at https://www.charterts.com JOB SUMMARY We are looking for an experienced SOC Engineer - Level 2 to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team.
- As part of this program, the company provides the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm your employment eligibility in the United States.
- We're committed to making technology work seamlessly, so our clients can focus on making a difference, regardless of their industry.
- At CTS, we believe in building a company culture that fosters growth, collaboration, and innovation.
- Learn more about us at https://www.charterts.com
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