Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst - Tier II

Category: Cybersecurity City/Suburb: Austin, TX Job Title: Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst - Tier II About the Employer We’re recruiting for a U.S. cybersecurity services company that provides managed detection and response for mid-market and enterprise clients. Known for their fast-moving, high-impact culture, the firm blends technical depth with a strong focus on client relationships. Employees praise the flat structure, advanced tooling, and culture of continuous learning. The organization is scaling rapidly with expansion into cloud security, identity protection, and OT/ICS security. About the Role As a Tier II SOC Analyst, you’ll be at the core of the employer’s MDR service delivery, analyzing escalated alerts, conducting threat hunting, and guiding clients through containment and remediation. You’ll also mentor Tier I analysts, help refine playbooks, and work closely with threat intelligence and incident response teams. Key Responsibilities Triage and analyze escalated security incidents using SIEM, EDR, and IDS/IPS tools Perform proactive threat hunting across client environments Collaborate with incident response teams to contain and eradicate threats Develop and refine runbooks/playbooks for SOC operations Mentor and provide technical guidance to Tier I analysts Prepare incident reports and present findings to client executives Qualifications & Experience 3-5 years SOC experience (MDR, MSSP, or in-house) Proficiency in SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar) Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework Certifications (e.g., Security+, GCIA, GCIH, CISSP) desirable Strong written and verbal communication skills for client engagement Why Join The employer offers competitive salary, health benefits, 401(k), and paid certifications. Culture emphasizes career growth: analysts are encouraged to rotate into threat intel, IR, or red team roles. Flexible hybrid arrangements and regular hackathon-style team events foster innovation and collaboration. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sunset Search LLC