Security Analyst Tier 1 SOC

TGIPOWER LLC•New York, NY

3d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Analyst supports the Security Operations Center by monitoring security alerts, triaging incidents, and escalating issues for further investigation. This role is ideal for candidates beginning their cybersecurity careers and looking to build foundational knowledge in threat detection, endpoint security, and compliance.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Strong interest in IT security, compliance, or incident response.
Basic understanding of security concepts (malware, phishing, access controls, etc.).
Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and critical thinking.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Willingness to learn and take direction.
Ability to work independently and within a team.

Nice To Haves

0–1 years of experience in a security, NOC, or help desk support role.
CompTIA Security+ (required or in progress).
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 security controls or XDR tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze security events using SentinelOne and other XDR platforms.
Identify false positives, classify alerts, and escalate real threats to Tier 2 SOC Analysts.
Track alert resolution and document investigative steps within the ticketing system.
Maintain thorough and accurate records of all events, alerts, and escalations.
Follow playbooks and incident response procedures.
Assist in building alert runbooks and SOPs for recurring scenarios.
Gain familiarity with SIEM, XDR, and endpoint protection platforms.
Assist in managing alerts related to phishing, malware, and account misuse.
Utilize ConnectWise Manage for ticket handling and communication.
Work with Tier 2 analysts to expand knowledge of cyber threats and response techniques.
Participate in regular SOC training sessions and simulated incident exercises.
Provide input on tool effectiveness and alert tuning opportunities.