Position: Cybersecurity Analyst / SOC Analyst
Location: Pittsburgh, PA-Onsite
Duration: Full Time
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline or equivalent practical experience.
3+ years of hands-on information security, SOC, cybersecurity operations, security administration, or security engineering experience.
Working knowledge of security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, endpoint security, network security, and identity/access management.
Experience working with enterprise security tools such as SIEM, EDR/XDR, vulnerability-management, email-security, endpoint-management, or identity platforms.
Understanding of common network protocols, firewalls, endpoint security, authentication, cloud services, and Windows-based enterprise environments.
Experience investigating security alerts and determining appropriate escalation or remediation steps.
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing issues, and follow incidents through resolution.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel.
At least one recognized cybersecurity certification such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GSEC, or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable but not required:
Microsoft Azure and Entra ID
Microsoft 365 security technologies
Palo Alto Cortex
Proofpoint
Tanium
ServiceNow
SIEM and EDR/XDR platforms
Vulnerability scanning and remediation platforms
IT General Controls (ITGC)
NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls, or similar security frameworks
Security operations within a geographically distributed or multi-site organization