SOC Analyst I

MACOM • Lowell, MA

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About The Position

MACOM is seeking a SOC Analyst to serve as a Tier 2 escalation point within our Security Operations Center. This role involves investigating and responding to security alerts escalated by our managed detection and response (MDR) partner, handling incidents from triage through closure, and contributing to the maturation of our detection and response processes. MACOM is a global leader in advanced semiconductor products for Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial, and Aerospace and Defense markets, developing innovative technologies across RF, microwave, millimeter wave, photonics, and high-speed analog. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications, and we pride ourselves on customer success and cutting-edge technology.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in security operations or incident response
• Hands-on experience with an enterprise EDR platform and a SIEM
• Working knowledge of Windows, Active Directory/Entra ID, and common attack techniques
• Experience with phishing analysis and email authentication (SPF, DKIM,DMARC)
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, proxies)
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to controlled and export-restricted information

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CrowdStrike, Google SecOps, Microsoft Defender, or similar tools
• Experience working alongside an MDR provider
• Familiarity with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, or DFARS environments
• Scripting experience in Python or PowerShell
• Certifications such as GCIH, CySA+, BTL1, or Security+

Responsibilities

• Investigate and respond to alerts escalated from our MDR partner
• Perform incident triage, scoping, containment, and documentation
• Analyze activity across endpoint, SIEM, email, identity, and network telemetry
• Tune detections to reduce false positives
• Write and maintain runbooks and investigation procedures
• Participate in tabletop exercises and post-incident reviews

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed