Cyber Security Analyst II

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is the largest private broadband company in America, providing advanced digital video, Internet, telephone and home security and automation services over its own nationwide IP network. The client is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through technology. The largest private broadband company in America, we proudly serve six and a half million homes and businesses across 18 states. They are dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that make each one unique.

Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst II

Work Location: Atlanta, GA 30328

Duration: 6 Months

Work Type: Contract

Job Type: Onsite

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• The client is seeking a Level 2 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to support our Threat Detection & Response (TDR) team through a staff augmentation engagement.

• In this role, you will play a key part in identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats targeting the networks, systems, and critical infrastructure.

• As a mid-level analyst, you will be responsible for triaging and investigating security alerts, escalating incidents as needed, and contributing to incident response efforts.

• You will work closely with internal teams and follow established playbooks and procedures to ensure timely and effective threat mitigation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze security events from various sources (SIEM, XDR and MSSP.)

• Investigate and triage alerts to determine severity, scope, and impact

• Escalate confirmed incidents to senior analysts or incident response teams when appropriate

• Support containment, eradication, and recovery efforts during active incidents

• Document findings and actions taken

• Collaborate with other SOC team members

• Follow the security policies, procedures, and escalation protocols

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role

• Familiarity with the following tools:

• QRadar JSA, Microsoft Defender XDR, Abnormal Security, ELK, Palo Alto Cortex xSoar, ReliaQuest GreyMatter, Microsoft DLP, Palo Alto DLP

• Practical experience with scripting and search languages such as Python, KQL, Kibana, AQL, PowerShell, Bash

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Understanding of common attack vectors, threat actor tactics, and incident response processes

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.