SOC Analyst I

Security Operations Remote (US) / Catonsville, MD Full-Time (Shift-Based) $55K–$75K DOE About the Role SOClogix is hiring a SOC Analyst I to join our 24/7 Security Operations Center. This is an entry-to-junior level position ideal for someone looking to launch or accelerate their cybersecurity career in a real-world, hands-on SOC environment. You'll monitor client environments, investigate security alerts, elevate confirmed threats, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our detection and response capabilities. What You'll Do Monitor security alerts across SIEM, EDR, email security, and cloud platforms for multiple client environments Perform initial triage and investigation of security events - determine true positives, false positives, and benign activity Escalate confirmed incidents to senior analysts and the incident response team per established runbooks Document investigation findings, actions taken, and recommendations in the ticketing system Monitor Microsoft 365 environments for suspicious sign-ins, mail flow anomalies, and policy violations Assist with onboarding new clients by validating log ingestion and alert tuning Contribute to the development and refinement of detection rules, playbooks, and SOPs Participate in shift-based coverage to support 24/7/365 SOC operations Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques through internal training and self-study Requirements 0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT support, or a related technical field Foundational understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPNs) Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems Familiarity with common attack types: phishing, malware, brute force, lateral movement Ability to read and interpret log data from firewalls, endpoints, and cloud services Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset - curiosity about how things work (and break) Clear written and verbal communication skills At least one relevant certification or actively pursuing: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, Network+, or equivalent Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays Nice to Have Hands-on experience with a SIEM platform (OpenSearch, Splunk, Sentinel, Elastic) Exposure to EDR tools (LimaCharlie, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender) Home lab or CTF competition experience Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework Scripting basics (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) Degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or related field Competitive salary with shift differential pay Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Unlimited PTO Certification reimbursement (Security+, CySA+, GCIA, and more) Structured mentorship and clear path to SOC Analyst II Remote-first culture with flexible scheduling within shift requirements Hands-on training with enterprise security tools in a real SOC environment #J-18808-Ljbffr SOClogix, Inc.