SOC Analyst II

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Grade: Technical 407

Pay Range: $108200.00 - $162400.00

Job Description

The current information security landscape is technically complex and constantly changing. The IT Security Analyst II uses their knowledge of current security methods and standards to gather operational information and assess and analyze tools systems and processes in defense of applications systems and networks and collaborate with Infrastructure and business teams.

As a SOC Analyst II you will help strengthen WGUs security posture by supporting security monitoring and incident response efforts within a collaborative team environment. Youll work with modern technologies partner across teams and contribute to the continued evolution of our security operations.

What Youll Do

• Serve as an analyst on one or more security efforts such as incident response digital forensics penetration testing automation and integration PKI infrastructure or code security

• Provide expertise across multiple information security domains and mentor less experienced analysts as needed

• Monitor analyze and respond to security events using SIEM IDS/IPS EDR DLP endpoint protection and firewall technologies

• Investigate security incidents including phishing malware and anomalous endpoint or network behavior

• Perform incident handling digital forensics continuous monitoring and intrusion detection and prevention

• Collaborate with architects risk professionals and other security partners to implement preventive detective and corrective controls

• Develop maintain and improve security documentation processes and operational runbooks

What Youll Bring

• 3 years of Security Operations Center experience

• Strong knowledge of security frameworks and regulations including NIST ISO PCI-DSS FERPA GLBA GDPR HIPAA FTC and privacy laws

• Experience working with AWS core services including networking storage database and identity

• Working knowledge of integrating security controls throughout CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments

• Experience analyzing SIEM network system and IDS alert logs and tuning detection content

• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and use case and alert development aligned to it

• Proficiency with scripting and automation using languages such as Python or Bash

• Excellent analytical problem-solving and written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points

• 8 years ofSecurity Operations Center experience

• Advanced experience with penetration testing threat detection engineering or digital forensics

• Experience developing security documentation and end-user operating manuals

• Industry-recognized security certifications such as CISSP GIAC ISACA CCSP CCSK or AWS security certifications

Experience in Lieu of Education

Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this role may be considered in place of formal education. Generally one year of relevant experience may substitute for one year of education at the hiring managers discretion.

What to Expect

At WGU our mission drives everything we do including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations and collaboration.
We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.

Interview Steps

• Introductory call

• Hiring manager interview

• Technical team interview

Work Location

This is a full-time in-office 5 days per week position at WGUs office in Salt Lake City Utah or Raleigh North Carolina.

Visa Sponsorship

While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

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Position & Application Details

Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical dental vision telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual 11 paid holidays and other paid leaves including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. Its not all-inclusive.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.