Cybersecurity Specialist
The Cybersecurity Specialist at Confidential Client is responsible for monitoring and analyzing security alerts within a 24/7 SOC environment, coordinating incident investigations, and enhancing detection capabilities. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work flexible shifts, and a proactive approach to staying current with cybersecurity threats and best practices to protect clients from evolving cyber threats.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a cybersecurity services company (Managed Detection & Response - MDR).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a hands-on Cybersecurity Specialist to join their SOC team. This position focuses on monitoring, investigating, and helping to remediate security events within a modern Managed Detection & Response (MDR) environment.
- Monitor and analyze security alerts and events from multiple security tools and telemetry.
- Triage and contextualize alerts; collect and analyze raw events to build timelines of adversarial or suspicious activity.
- Coordinate incident investigations across multiple stakeholders and communication channels.
- Classify, prioritize, and escalate incidents following established playbooks and processes.
- Provide constructive feedback to improve detection rules and reduce false positives.
- Accurately document investigative steps, findings, and remediation activities in the ticketing system.
- Maintain familiarity with deployed security products and rapidly learn related technologies.
- Share threat intelligence, breaking news, and best practices with the team.
- Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Current FLSA designation: Non-exempt — Hourly (overtime eligible).
Qualifications
- Ability to work all schedules in a 24/7 SOC environment. Typical rotation patterns are Sun–Wed and Wed–Sat with shifts such as 7:00 AM–5:30 PM ET, 11:00 AM–9:30 PM ET, and 9:00 PM–7:30 AM ET; final schedules are assigned based on client needs following training.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Must obtain and maintain within one year at least one of: CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA CySA+ (other intermediate certifications may be considered).
- Prior internship experience, class projects, or coursework exposing the applicant to SOC environments is preferred.
- At least entry-level experience performing incident investigations and response activities.
Universal Requirements
- Ability to operate effectively in shift-based, high-stakes environments, including evenings and weekends.
- Understanding of security industry best practices, risk mitigation, and common compliance frameworks.
- Ability to remain composed and effective under pressure.
- Legally authorized to work in the US (or other designated regions as specified by the client).
- Strong self-motivation to learn and maintain industry certifications.
- Resourceful problem-solving using manuals, vendor docs, and public resources.
- Fluent English communication skills (written and verbal) sufficient to explain technical findings to customers and teammates.
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated salary: $91,502 per year (estimated).
- Flexible paid time off.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Voluntary short- and long-term disability.
- Employee Assistance Program and mental health supplement.
- Voluntary life and accidental policies and other ancillary benefits.
- Health Savings Account contribution with HDHP selection.
About Our Client
Confidential Client provides Managed Detection & Response (MDR) and related cybersecurity services focused on threat hunting, offensive security insights, DFIR, and continuous improvement of customer security posture. The team values humility, transparency, intellectual curiosity, and a customer-first approach.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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