Job Description

Position: Network Security/SOC Engineer

Location: San Jose CA

Duration: Long Term

Job Overview:

A Security Operations Center or SOC is an Organizational or Business Unit operating at the center of Security operations to manage and improve an organization s overall security posture. Its primary function is to detect, analyze and respond to cybersecurity events, including threats and incidents, employing people, process and technology. Teams are responsible for managing security infrastructure. Just like other organizational units, there are several different roles and responsibilities within SOC, from a tier 1 analysts to specialized roles like threat hunters.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor security alerts and events using Security tools.

Conduct initial triage and analysis of security incidents and work on containment.

Respond to security incidents by following established incident response protocols.

Document and track incidents, findings, and remediation actions in the ticketing system.

Collaborate with L2 analysts to escalate and investigate complex security threats.

Familiar with SIEM and handling alerts. (Preference Splunk, DEVO)

Has good understanding of EDR and how to handle alerts and remediate them. (Preference SentinelOne EDR)

Assist in the deployment and maintenance of security solutions (e.g., antivirus, EDR).

Stay informed about the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.

Candidate should be good in taking instructions and converting them in SOP s.

Participate in regular training to enhance skills in security and incident response.

Create and maintain documentation for security incidents, analysis findings, and response procedures. Prepare reports and present findings for next level of support.

Coordinate with core security team and regulatory bodies for compliance.

Qualifications and Required Skills:

Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, IT-related certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+ , CEH , security +) are a plus.

8 years of experience as a SOC analyst/executive.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent problem-solving skills.

Basic understanding of networks, good knowledge of MS Windows and Unix Operating Systems

Comfortable to work in 24/7 environment, motivated to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Good understanding of operational frameworks like ITIL and operations process.

Tekshapers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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