Entry Level SOC Analyst

Waters Corporation•Milford, MA

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level SOC Analyst to join our Security Operations Center. In this role, you will be on the front lines of our cyber defense strategy—monitoring security alerts, identifying potential threats, and assisting in incident response. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals early in their cybersecurity career who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a dynamic security team.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field — or equivalent hands-on experience.
Foundational knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, etc.).
Understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux).
Basic security concepts (malware, phishing, vulnerabilities).
Familiarity with SIEM platforms (Cortex, Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, etc.) is a plus.
Familiarity with Vulnerability Management tools (Rapid7, Tenable, Qualys, etc) is a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Security certifications such as ISC2 CC, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or cloud fundamentals.
Basic understanding of cloud technologies (Azure, AWS, GCP).
Curiosity and eagerness to learn new tools and technologies.
Team-player attitude with a collaborative mindset.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

Continuously monitor SIEM dashboards and security tools for suspicious activity.
Analyze security events and alerts to identify potential threats or false positives.
Perform initial triage of incidents and escalate as needed.
Assist in the investigation and containment of security incidents.
Document incident details, timelines, and actions taken.
Follow playbooks and standard operating procedures during event handling.
Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques.
Contribute to detection rule tuning and enhancement.
Maintain accurate logs and documentation within ticketing systems.
Generate daily/weekly reports on SOC findings and trends.
Support continuous process improvements within the SOC.