Cyber Security Incident Response Analyst (SOC Coverage)

Cyber Security Incident Response Analyst (SOC Coverage)

This is an hourly W2 role with no benefits. Compensation is $75/hour. Location is onsite at the client's location in Jacksonville, FL. If you agree to these terms, proceed with your application.

• Location: JAX area / time zone
• Role Overview: The Incident Response team is seeking a T&M resource who shall serve as a first-line responder for security events and alerts, with a primary focus on DWS-specific cyber security monitoring and incident triage activities. The role ensures timely identification, assessment, escalation, and response to potential security incidents.
• Required Skills and Experience
• Experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC), Incident Response, Cyber Defense, or Security Monitoring environment.
• Knowledge of security incident triage, investigation, and escalation processes.
• Understanding of common cyber threats, attack techniques, indicators of compromise, and security controls.
• Experience: 7+ years in cybersecurity incident response or SOC operations.
• Proficiency in leading containment and remediation during critical incidents.
• Strong knowledge of incident response playbooks and runbooks maintenance.
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis and post-incident reviews.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements related to incident handling.
• On-Call readiness for 24/7 SOC coverage and shift-based responsibilities.
• Experience with phishing simulations, security awareness training, and user education.
• Proven track record of cross-team collaboration (IT, Engineering, Governance).
• Experience in documenting incidents for audit trails and security metrics reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment and manage multiple activities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within global teams and shift-based operational environments.

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