Sr. SOC Analyst | Incident Response (Contract to Hire/Remote)

Who is Trace3? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and bolthires-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us. About the Role: The Senior Security Operations Center Analyst determines and analyzes possible information security threats and vulnerabilities, and then risk prioritizes threats with business stakeholders. The Analyst develops strategies and solutions that remediate or mitigate the risks associated with these threats, implements the solutions, monitors effectiveness and continuously improves the SOC operations. Events and incidents are managed, mitigated or remediated and then documented as required. The Analyst configures and maintains scanning, monitoring, alerting and reporting security tools. The Analyst works with other team members to evaluate events and manage incidents, execute proper data forensic efforts, remediates exposures, documents and reports on findings. Evaluates effectiveness of the SOC and seeks continuous program improvement. Integrates the SOC as part of a comprehensive information security program. Organizes and leads efforts to define or improve security policies, technical controls, processes and standards within Security and other Information Technology Departments. What You’ll Do: • Use all available resources such as industry news and trends, threat analysis, historical events, and business plans to identify security threats and vulnerabilities • Works with business units and with other risk functions to identify technology security requirements, using methods that may include risk and business impact assessments • Prioritizes business security risks and develops mitigation strategies and plans • Configures and maintains monitoring and alerting tools including executive and management dashboards and reporting • Performs event and alert analysis and dispositions • Manages incident and event resolution, coordinates communication and reporting • Coordinates and completes security operations documentation • Works with IT department and members of the information security and compliance teams to identify, select and implement technical controls • Develops security processes and procedures, and supports service-level agreements (SLAs) to ensure that security controls are managed and maintained • Researches, evaluates and recommends information-security-related hardware and software, including developing business cases for security investments • Provides second- and third-level support and analysis during and after a security incident • Participates in security investigations and compliance reviews, as requested by internal or external auditors • Researches, evaluates, designs, tests, recommends and plans the implementation of new or updated information security technologies • Researches and assesses new threats and security alerts, and recommends remedial actions Qualifications & Interests: • Advanced information security threat and analysis skills • Advanced experience with security systems and software including SIEM, IDS/ IPS, encryption, DLP, endpoint protection, web proxies and gateways. • Advanced experience in evaluating and securing complex application, network, server, workstation and database systems • Deep understanding of the modern and evolving cyber threat landscape • Experience with security and emergency data incident response and leadership • Expert at vulnerability management of Web, Windows, Linux and network systems • Addressing questions from internal and external audits and customers • Able to work flexible hours including after hours, weekends and holidays as needed • Demonstratable Agile IT Project Management experience • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Excellent teamwork, team mentoring and participation sills The Perks: • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability • Competitive Compensation • Training and development programs • Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages • Collaborative and cool culture • Work-life balance and generous paid time off • **To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/bolthires. Please do not forward resumes/bolthires to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/bolthires. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary. Estimated Pay Range $146,000—$156,000 USD Apply tot his job Apply tot his job Apply tot his job