$20 - $27.5
Job Description
A leading organization in the aerospace, defense, and technology sector is seeking a Junior SOC Monitoring Analyst (2nd Shift) to join its Security Operations Center team. This role is ideal for an early-career cybersecurity professional looking to develop hands-on experience monitoring, investigating, and responding to security events in a large enterprise environment.
The SOC Monitoring Analyst will leverage security tools and established processes to identify potential threats, analyze alerts, and support incident response activities. The position offers exposure to a broad range of cybersecurity technologies while working alongside experienced security professionals in a collaborative team environment.
This is a long-term contract opportunity with the potential for extension or conversion. The role follows a hybrid schedule in the Farmington, CT area and requires flexibility to support off-hours, weekends, and holiday coverage as needed.
Required Skills & Experience
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Science, or a related field
CompTIA Security+ certification
Demonstrated ability to work in a detailed technical environment
Knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP, network topology, and network security
Understanding of Windows and/or UNIX operating systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with packet analysis tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump
Familiarity with SIEM platforms including Splunk, syslog, and NetFlow analysis
Experience working with endpoint security technologies such as Carbon Black, Symantec, McAfee, Forcepoint, or Tanium
Additional cybersecurity certifications including CySA+, CEH, GSEC, GCIH, GIAC, AWS, Azure, or Cybersecurity Bootcamp certifications
Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving capabilities
Passion for cybersecurity and continuous learning
What You Will Be Doing
Daily Responsibilities
Monitor and investigate security alerts from IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxies, servers, endpoints, and network devices
Analyze security events within a SIEM environment and determine appropriate response actions
Escalate incidents in accordance with established incident response procedures
Review logs and security data to identify suspicious activity and emerging threats
Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT teams to support enterprise security initiatives
Document investigations, findings, and response activities
Assist with ongoing improvements to security operations processes and procedures
The Offer
Pay rate: Up to $27.50/hour
36-month contract opportunity
Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite)
You will receive the following benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k)
US Citizenship is required for this role
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
