Job Description

The current information security landscape is technically complex and constantly evolving. As a SOC Analyst II, you will use advanced security expertise to protect applications, systems, and networks by detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats. You will work closely with infrastructure, cloud, and business teams to strengthen defensive capabilities and continuously improve security operations.

What You'll Do

Serve as a lead analyst on one or more security efforts such as incident response, digital forensics, penetration testing, automation and integration, PKI infrastructure, or code security
Provide expertise across multiple information security domains and mentor less experienced analysts as needed
Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events using SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, DLP, endpoint protection, and firewall technologies
Investigate security incidents including phishing, malware, and anomalous endpoint or network behavior
Perform incident handling, digital forensics, continuous monitoring, and intrusion detection and prevention
Collaborate with architects, risk professionals, and other security partners to implement preventive, detective, and corrective controls
Develop, maintain, and improve security documentation, processes, and operational runbooks

What You'll Bring

3+ years of Security Operations Center experience
Strong knowledge of security frameworks and regulations including NIST, ISO, PCI-DSS, FERPA, GLBA, GDPR, HIPAA, FTC, and privacy laws
Experience working with AWS core services including networking, storage, database, and identity
Working knowledge of integrating security controls throughout CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments
Experience analyzing SIEM, network, system, and IDS alert logs and tuning detection content
Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and use case and alert development aligned to it
Proficiency with scripting and automation using languages such as Python or Bash
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points

8 years of Security Operations Center experience
Advanced experience with penetration testing, threat detection engineering, or digital forensics
Experience developing security documentation and end-user operating manuals
Industry-recognized security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, ISACA, CCSP, CCSK, or AWS security certifications

Experience in Lieu of Education: Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this role may be considered in place of formal education. Generally, one year of relevant experience may substitute for one year of education at the hiring manager's discretion.

What to Expect

At WGU, our mission drives everything we do, including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations and collaboration. We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission.

Interview Steps

Introductory call
Hiring manager interview
Technical team interview

Work Location

This is a full-time, in-office position at WGU's office in Salt Lake City, Utah or Raleigh, North Carolina.

Visa Sponsorship

While we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, WGU is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

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SOC Analyst II

Western Governors University

4001 S 700 E #300, Millcreek, UT 84107, USA

Job Description

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Emplois liés - 23 août 2026

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4001 S 700 E #300, Millcreek, UT 84107, USA

Job Description

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Emplois liés - 23 août 2026

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SOC Analyst II

Western Governors University

4001 S 700 E #300, Millcreek, UT 84107, USA

Job Description

Voici une liste de prévisions...

Emplois liés - 23 août 2026

Related Conferences

2026 AAA Annual Meeting: On the Verge

87th Annual Meeting of the Society for Applied Anthropology

AABA Annual Meeting 2027

75th Annual Highway Geology Symposium

GSA Annual Meeting 2026

AGU Fall Meeting 2026

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SOC Analyst II

Western Governors University

4001 S 700 E #300, Millcreek, UT 84107, USA

Job Description

Voici une liste de prévisions...

Emplois liés - 23 août 2026

Related Conferences

2026 AAA Annual Meeting: On the Verge

87th Annual Meeting of the Society for Applied Anthropology

AABA Annual Meeting 2027

75th Annual Highway Geology Symposium

GSA Annual Meeting 2026

AGU Fall Meeting 2026

Southeastern Section Meeting 2027

APS Division of Nuclear Physics Meeting (DNP 2026)

68th Annual Meeting of the APS Division of Plasma Physics (DPP 2026)

Joint March Meeting and April Meeting — Global Physics Summit 2027