Remote SOC Analyst - Cybersecurity Specialist
About the Role
Join Keyrock as a Remote SOC Analyst and become a vital part of our cybersecurity team. As a SOC Analyst, you will be the escalation point for complex investigations and active incidents, ensuring the security of our digital assets and systems.
What You’ll Do
- Take escalations from Level 1 analysts and independently investigate complex, multi-signal alerts.
- Perform deep log and telemetry analysis across various platforms including SIEM, EDR, and cloud logs.
- Serve as the technical incident lead for defined incident types, driving containment and eradication steps.
- Enrich investigations with threat intelligence and map observed behavior to frameworks like ATT&CK.
- Tune SIEM correlation rules and alert thresholds to reduce false positives and improve detection quality.
- Provide mentorship and real-time guidance to Level 1 analysts, improving escalation quality through coaching.
- Contribute to SOC metrics and continuous improvement efforts.
Requirements
- 2-5+ years of SOC, incident response, or security operations experience.
- Strong investigative skills across cloud security operations and endpoint security.
- Proficiency with at least one SIEM and common SOC tooling (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike).
- Ability to write clear incident documentation including timelines and recommended remediations.
- Comfort operating in an on-call or shift environment.
Nice to Have
- Experience in detection engineering and automation.
- Familiarity with DFIR fundamentals and endpoint artifact analysis.
- Exposure to container and Kubernetes security.
- Practical scripting skills in Python or Bash.
- Certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, or AWS Security Specialty.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A diverse and inclusive team culture.
- Regular team events and online hangouts.
This Remote SOC Analyst position at Keyrock offers a competitive salary, flexible work environment, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic cybersecurity field.
Who Will Succeed Here
Proficient in SIEM tools like Splunk or LogRhythm, with hands-on experience in configuring alerts and analyzing security incidents.
Strong self-motivation and discipline to work effectively in a remote setting, with the ability to manage time efficiently while prioritizing multiple security incidents.
Solid understanding of cloud security principles and experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) to analyze security logs and incidents in cloud environments.
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