Senior SOC Analyst
About The Position
At EisnerAmper, we look for individuals who welcome new ideas, encourage innovation, and are eager to make an impact. Whether you’re starting out in your career or taking your next step as a seasoned professional, the EisnerAmper experience is one-of-a-kind. You can design a career you’ll love from top to bottom – we give you the tools you need to succeed and the autonomy to reach your goals. EisnerAmper is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst to join our global cybersecurity team and play a critical role in safeguarding the firm’s technology ecosystem and client data. This position offers the opportunity to lead incident response efforts, mentor junior analysts, and continuously improve our SOC capabilities in a fast-paced, professional environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm where cybersecurity is a strategic priority. You’ll work with a forward-thinking team dedicated to protecting our systems, data, and client trust—while continuing to grow your leadership and technical expertise in an enterprise environment.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in information security, with at least 2–3 years in a SOC analyst role (Tier 2 or above)
- Hands-on experience with Google SecOps SIEM, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (EDR), ReliaQuest GreyMatter, and log analysis from network, endpoint, and cloud sources
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
Nice To Haves
- Strong understanding of cloud security (Azure, AWS), using tools like Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and AWS GuardDuty
- Demonstrated ability to lead incident response end-to-end, including forensics and root cause analysis
- Familiarity with scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash) and SOAR platforms
- Working knowledge of frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST CSF
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical details to various stakeholders
- Certifications relevant to cybersecurity and enterprise IT systems
- Experience with IDS/IPS, DLP, IAM, or vulnerability management tools in large-scale environments
- Knowledge of DevSecOps, container security (e.g., Kubernetes), and SaaS/cloud application protection
- Prior experience in a regulated or professional services environment (e.g., finance, audit, advisory)
Responsibilities
- Lead threat detection and incident response efforts, including containment, recovery, and root cause analysis for high-severity incidents
- Monitor SIEM, EDR, cloud platforms, and other tools to identify, triage, and investigate potential security threats
- Proactively hunt for threats using threat intelligence and MITRE ATT&CK framework to surface risks and enhance monitoring
- Develop and optimize SOC use cases, detection rules, and response playbooks
- Act as a point of escalation for junior analysts and ensure efficient alert handling and incident escalation
- Mentor SOC team members, review investigation reports, and lead by example in documentation and best practices
- Collaborate with IT, audit, compliance, and business teams to remediate issues and improve defenses
- Support audit, compliance, and regulatory needs with detailed and accurate incident documentation
Benefits
- Flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
