Soc Analyst Jobs in Chicago, IL

About The Position

Requirements

• BS or BA in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• 4+ years of security experience, or equivalent training and education
• Solid knowledge of computing systems, data network communications, and network architecture
• Working knowledge of SIEM platforms and associated query languages (Yara-L, CQL, SPL, etc.)
• Strong grasp of network security fundamentals, including NDR, intrusion detection, incident detection/response, malware analysis, and cyber forensics
• Strong verbal, writing, and reporting skills, with a high level of integrity and sound judgment around security and privacy

Nice To Haves

• Scripting or programming skills (Python, PowerShell, Go, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in incident response, triage, and investigations for security events including malware, phishing, and other threats
• Use threat intelligence and institutional knowledge to proactively hunt for active threats and malicious activity
• Investigate and respond to email-based threats, including phishing, business email compromise (BEC), malware delivery, and account takeover
• Create incident reports, threat reports, and security operations documentation for stakeholders
• Support eDiscovery requests and insider threat investigations in collaboration with Privacy, Legal, and HR
• Contribute to detection development, automation, and SOC AI workflows
• Continuously improve security operations playbooks and documentation based on incident trends and lessons learned
• Monitor the Security Operations service and incident queue
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical security events

Benefits

• health insurance
• 401(k)
• paid time off