Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, L1
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Legato Security
As a trusted security firm, Legato Security provides businesses with a custom suite of cybersecurity solutions. Our team works with each business individually to create an MDR solution that truly works. Our security solutions are developed...Who We Are
Legato Security is an information security firm founded upon the belief that every organization has the right to keep its data private and secure. Our mission is to build close partnerships with our clients, serving them not as just a vendor, but as trusted advisors helping to build effective, proactive plans. Our focus is always on both the technical and human elements within an organization. We believe in comprehensive strategies designed to harden networks, deflect attackers, and rapidly recover from any accidents. As technology progresses, so do our tactics, ensuring our experts are always prepared to serve forward-looking leaders eager to stay ahead of emerging threats.
Position Overview
Legato Security is a seeking focused Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to take on an exciting role in Salt Lake City, UT. This is an entry level security position perfect for new graduates or those seeking to build their security skills. This role will report directly to the SOC Manager and work with other SOC staff on security event analysis, incident response, investigations, and various SOC duties as assigned. The successful candidate will learn and build upon security best practices, security tool administration and maintenance, and other essential security skills. Previous security analyst experience is highly desirable but not required. Growth opportunities to SOC Analyst II, III, and SOC Lead are likely for a candidate who can hit the ground running, is a self-starter, and who can demonstrate excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and interpret security/system logs for events, operational irregularities, and potential incidents and escalating issues as appropriate
- Administration and operational support of all security monitoring and management systems
- Utilize security tools such as endpoint protection, network analysis, SIEM, and other essential security solutions
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting when needed regarding existing or new security tools and solutions
- Analyze and triage security incidents, including but not limited to, malware outbreaks, network intrusions, and unauthorized access attempts.
- Act as an Incident Response team member when the incident response team is active. Incident response tasks may be identification, log and event collection and analysis, forensic investigation support, communication support, and evidence handling
- Participate in shift rotations, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Maintain current knowledge of threats, attack methods, and security technologies through ongoing training and education.
- Assist in documenting Standard Operating Procedures SOC playbooks, configuration guides, and secure standards
- Collaborate with Client Success team to gather data for client reports
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of security concepts and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and anti-virus software.
- Ability to analyze and interpret security log data from various sources.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Experience with security tools such as SIEM and EDR tools is a plus
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills; someone who ‘sees’ the box differently
- Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, information security, and compliance controls
- Ability and willingness to learn other security skills such as pen testing, ethical hacking, digital forensics, or vulnerability management
Perks
- Start-up company in a growth phase with opportunity for advancement based on performance
- Hybrid work from home policy
- Commuter Benefit
- Start-up culture with an office in downtown Salt Lake City, UT
- Competitive medical and dental benefits for employee and family members
- Other company-provided benefits such as short-term disability, basic life insurance, children’s orthodontia, with additional voluntary benefits available, and 401K match
- Flexible Paid Time Off policy
- Professional Development opportunities specific to role
Embark on a journey where your skills are valued, your growth is fostered, and your voice is heard. At Legato Security, we understand that diversity is the key to innovation. Our hiring process is designed to provide a transparent, consistent, and uniform experience for all applicants, mitigating unconscious bias every step of the way. We foster a culture of belonging, where each team member is an integral part of the Legato family.
Legato Security is an equal-opportunity employer.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Compliance EDR Ethical hacking Firewalls Forensics Incident response Intrusion detection IT infrastructure Malware Monitoring Pentesting SIEM SOC Vulnerability management
Perks/benefits: 401(k) matching Career development Flex vacation Health care Insurance Startup environment Team events
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