Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst - L1

Toyota•Plano, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Toyota Financial Services is seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our team. We are seeking a SOC Analyst to help monitor, triage, and investigate security alerts across SIEM, EDR, email, cloud, and network security platforms. This role supports incident detection and response, threat analysis, and ongoing SOC process improvements while helping ensure compliance with internal procedures and service level expectations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
0-2 years of cybersecurity, information security, IT operations, help desk, network administration, or related experience.
Basic understanding of: Security Operations Center functions and processes
Network fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S)
Windows and Linux operating systems
Cybersecurity threats, attack techniques, and common vulnerabilities
Security monitoring and logging concepts
Identity and access management principles
Endpoint security technologies
Cloud security fundamentals (AWS and Microsoft 365 preferred)
CrowdStrike Falcon
Microsoft Defender XDR
Microsoft Sentinel or similar SIEM platforms
Email security solutions
Vulnerability management platforms
Threat intelligence platforms
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to identify patterns from large datasets and security alerts
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
Customer-focused mindset
Willingness to learn new technologies and security practices

Nice To Haves

Experience working with security monitoring tools is preferred.
Internship experience in cybersecurity or IT security is a plus.
One or more of the following certifications are preferred: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), GIAC GFACT, Microsoft Security Certifications, AWS Cloud Practitioner.

Responsibilities

Monitor security events and alerts generated from SIEM, EDR, email security, cloud security, and network security platforms.
Perform initial triage of security alerts to determine legitimacy, severity, and potential business impact.
Investigate suspicious activities and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
Document investigative findings and actions taken in accordance with established procedures.
Escalate potential security incidents to senior analysts or incident response teams as required.
Respond to incidents after hours or as needed by on-call rotation.
Assist in the identification, containment, and remediation of cybersecurity incidents.
Participate in incident response activities under the guidance of senior analysts.
Gather and preserve relevant evidence for investigations.
Support post-incident documentation and lessons learned activities.
Review threat intelligence reports and security advisories.
Identify suspicious patterns, known threat indicators, and emerging threats that may impact Toyota Financial Services.
Support threat-hunting and proactive monitoring initiatives.
Follow established SOC workflows, playbooks, and standard operating procedures.
Support tuning efforts to reduce false positives and improve alert fidelity.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance SOC effectiveness.
Maintain accurate case management records and investigation notes.
Assist in supporting cybersecurity controls related to regulatory and compliance requirements.
Help ensure timely handling of security events and incidents according to internal service level agreements (SLAs).
Support audit requests and compliance-related investigations when needed.

Benefits

A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
Paid holidays and paid time off
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Relocation assistance (if applicable)