Security Analyst Tier 2 SOC at TGI MAIN COMPANY

West Caldwell, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

31 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Incident Response, Threat Analysis, Security Operations, SIEM, XDR, Endpoint Protection, NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Security Frameworks, Analytical Thinking, Investigative Thinking, Documentation, Collaboration, Mentorship, Threat Hunting, Log Analysis

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Job Details Job Location: West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary Security Analyst (Tier 2 SOC) Department: Technical Operations / SOC Reports to: Director of Technical Operations Position Summary The Tier 2 SOC Analyst plays a critical role in defending clients from cyber threats through proactive monitoring, incident response, and threat analysis. This Tier 2 position is responsible for investigating escalated alerts, mentoring Tier 1 analysts, tuning security platforms, and enhancing the organization’s overall security posture. It is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in a security operations environment who are ready to take on a leadership and investigative role. Roles and Responsibilities: Incident Response & Threat Analysis Investigate security incidents escalated from Tier 1 SOC Analysts. Conduct root cause analysis on recurring or advanced threats. Identify and respond to phishing, malware, unauthorized access, and insider threats. Assist with incident containment, remediation, and reporting. Security Platform Optimization Tune SIEM and XDR tools for better detection accuracy and reduced false positives. Recommend and implement enhancements to detection rules and playbooks. Work closely with engineering and NOC to ensure security alerts are actionable and prioritized. Threat Hunting & Research Perform proactive threat hunting across client environments. Analyze logs and network traffic for indicators of compromise (IOCs). Maintain awareness of emerging threats and recommend mitigations. Mentorship & Collaboration Guide and mentor Tier 1 SOC Analysts on investigation techniques and tools. Participate in internal tabletop exercises and training sessions. Contributes to the development and maintenance of incident response runbooks. Required Skills & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related field. 2–4 years of experience in SOC or cybersecurity operations. Hands-on experience with SIEM, XDR, or endpoint protection platforms. Knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS security frameworks. Preferred Experience / Certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+ (preferred) GIAC (GCIA, GCIH), CEH, or other vendor-neutral certifications MSP experience Soft Skills: Strong analytical and investigative thinking. Ability to clearly document and communicate findings. Collaborative mindset with a willingness to share knowledge. Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday with participation in on-call rotation or extended shift coverage as needed. Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Benefits: Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, PTO, and 401(k) Work Location: In-person (Cherry Hill, NJ OR Brooklyn, NY, OR, West Caldwell, NJ, OR Boca Raton, FL Disclaimer: This document outlines the key responsibilities and expectations for the Security Analyst (Tier 2 SOC) role. Responsibilities may evolve based on company priorities, technical operation needs, and business requirements. EEO: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the law. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Tier 2 SOC Analyst investigates escalated security incidents and conducts root cause analysis on advanced threats. They also mentor Tier 1 analysts and optimize security platforms for better detection accuracy.