We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior SOC Analyst to join our Security Operations Center team. This role can be in Pittsburgh PA Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday. Key Responsibilities • Lead triage and investigation of security alerts, escalating and coordinating incident response as needed. • Perform root cause analysis, scope affected assets, and drive containment, eradication, and recovery. • Correlate events across SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, cloud logs, and identity platforms to identify true positives and reduce false positives. • Develop, refine, and maintain SOC playbooks, runbooks, and detection logic aligned to the MITRE ATT&CK framework. • Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance on investigation techniques, documentation standards, and operational best practices. • Coordinate with Threat Intelligence to enrich investigations, track adversary TTPs, and proactively hunt for indicators of compromise. • Partner with Engineering teams to tune detections, improve log fidelity, and strengthen preventive controls. • Create clear, actionable incident reports and executive summaries; contribute to metrics and trend analysis. • Support purple team exercises and post-incident reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement. • Ensure adherence to regulatory and security policies; maintain audit-ready documentation for investigations and incidents. Qualifications • 6-10; years of experience in a SOC, incident response, or threat detection role, including Tier 2/3 investigations. • Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field - Advanced certifications such as CISSP or CISM are preferred • Advanced proficiency with SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel), EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender), and SOAR platforms. • Strong knowledge of network security, Windows/Linux, identity systems, and common cloud logging sources. • Hands-on experience with the MITRE ATT&CK framework, threat hunting, IOC/IOA development, and detection tuning. • Demonstrated ability to lead complex incidents, coordinate stakeholders, and communicate clearly under time pressure. • Scripting or automation experience (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for investigation enrichment and workflow improvements. • Familiarity with NIST CSF/800-61, CIS Controls, and common regulatory requirements impacting incident response. • Excellent documentation skills and an evidence-driven approach to investigations. Preferred Qualifications • Relevant certifications: GCIA, GCED, GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent experience. • Experience with ticketing and case management systems (e.g., ServiceNow) and knowledge management practices. • Prior experience with threat intel platforms, sandboxing tools, and malware triage is a plus. Work Schedule • This role is scheduled Tuesday–Saturday, 8:00 AM -4 PM Eastern Time to support operational coverage. • Occasional flexibility may be required during major incidents or planned exercises.