This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13197428
**For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please
contact our Talent Specialist
Abdul at (224) 507-1295
Title: Junior SOC Cybersecurity Analyst
Duration: 5 Months with possible extension and full time conversion
Location: Chicago IL
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with 7.5 hours per day.
Job Summary:**
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior SOC Cybersecurity
Analyst to join our Security Operations Center (SOC). The ideal
candidate has foundational cybersecurity knowledge and familiarity with
SOC environments, including experience with monitoring tools, incident
workflows, and escalation processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts using SIEM
tools.
Triage and escalate security incidents based on severity and impact.
Investigate security events to identify root causes and recommend
mitigations.
Document incident response actions and maintain detailed case records.
Assist in vulnerability management and threat hunting activities.
Work within a SOC environment, following established monitoring,
detection, and response procedures.
Participate in shift handovers and daily SOC briefings.
Follow SOC standard operating procedures (SOPs) and incident handling
workflows.
Contribute to post-incident analysis and reporting.
Stay current on emerging threats, tools, and technologies in the
cybersecurity field.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information
Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Knowledge of common security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack
vectors. Ability to investigate basic security threats and walk through
incident handling processes.
Familiarity with recognizing, interpreting, and understanding security
alerts
Exposure and some experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar,
Sentinel)
Previous experience/exposure to SOC operations
Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, and network security
fundamentals.
Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to
learn.
Effective communication and documentation skills.
