Tier 1 SOC Analyst

Binary Defense

. Monitor and investigate security alerts to detect malicious activity for clients during shifts in a 24x7x365 SOC .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security operations, including Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK analysis, while effectively communicating and collaborating with clients during security investigations. Possesses a strong foundation in network and endpoint security principles, along with a commitment to continuous learning in the cybersecurity field.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cyber Kill Chain AnalysisMITRE ATT&CK FrameworkSecurity Operations ExperienceSIEM Platforms ExperienceCybersecurity Certification

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Hard Skills

Network Security PrinciplesEndpoint Security PrinciplesThreat IdentificationAttack Vector AnalysisMalicious Activity Triage

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationCollaboration SkillsWillingness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

AlienVault USM AnywhereSplunkIBM QRadarMicrosoft SentinelCrowdStrikeCarbon BlackSentinelOneCybereason

Certifications & Qualifications

Cybersecurity Certification

Industry Keywords

Security Operations Center24x7x365 SOCVulnerabilitiesThreatsAttack Trends

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecuritySplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and investigate security alerts to detect malicious activity for clients during shifts in a 24x7x365 SOC
Perform Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK analysis on incoming security alerts
Follow documented procedures to triage and respond to malicious activity, including escalation or remediation actions
Provide clients with clear and concise written investigations in the Binary Defense service management system
Communicate and collaborate with clients throughout escalated security investigations
Contribute to security operations across the Binary Defense client portfolio
Participate in shift handovers, team meetings, and knowledge transfer
Complete regular training on current technologies and methodologies
Stay up to date on vulnerabilities, threats, and attacks worldwide
Interface regularly with shift mates and colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in cyber security or equivalent work experience
1+ years Security Operations or equivalent experience
Familiarity with the principles of network and endpoint security, current threats, vulnerabilities, and attack trends
Working knowledge of security principles and frameworks such as Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK
Competent to work at a high technical level and capable of identifying threats and attack vectors
One or more Cybersecurity certifications
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Previous work or classroom experience with SIEM platforms such as AlienVault USM Anywhere or Appliance, Splunk, IBM QRadar, and Microsoft Sentinel
Previous work or classroom experience with Endpoint Protection platforms such as CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, SentinelOne, and Cybereason
Willingness to learn and continually improve skills
Willingness to work shifts in a 24x7x365 SOC

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents
401k match which vests every payroll
Flexible and remote friendly work environment
Training opportunities to expand your skill set
Binary Defense will sponsor regular training
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