Aloha One of Hawaii's largest health insurers is seeking an experienced SOC analyst to join their team Ideally, this person will have strong expertise in security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR). This position will contribute to the IT Security Team in an enterprise level environment by leveraging Microsoft Sentinel and automation capabilities to enhance the company's threat detection and incident response operations. Additionally, he/she will aid in continuous improvement of security operations and provide mentorship to some of the more junior analysts as well. This position can sit fully remote but he/she must be able to work EST to allow overlap with HST, and provide additional support/coverage outside of Hawaii hours. Top Skills' Details 4+ years hands-on SOC experience - Proven experience with Microsoft Sentinel (workspace management, analytics rules, KQL queries, workbooks, and incident management) - Ability to communicate effectively with development team and other stakeholders, vendors, team members, etc., Key Responsibilities: u2022 Monitor, analyze, and investigate complex security alerts and events using Microsoft Sentinel and integrated security tools u2022 Design, develop, and maintain SOAR playbooks and automation workflows to streamline incident response processes u2022 Perform in-depth analysis of security incidents, including log correlation, threat hunting, and advanced analytics u2022 Lead incident response efforts for medium to high-severity security events, leveraging automated response capabilities u2022 Create and optimize analytics rules, KQL queries, and detection logic within Microsoft Sentinel u2022 Develop and refine SOAR workflows to reduce manual effort and improve response times u2022 Conduct root cause analysis and provide detailed incident reports with remediation recommendations u2022 Mentor junior SOC analysts on Microsoft Sentinel capabilities and best practices u2022 Tune and optimize security orchestration workflows to minimize false positives and enhance detection accuracy u2022 Stay current with emerging threats, SOAR technologies, and Microsoft Sentinel feature enhancements u2022 Collaborate with IT, engineering, and stakeholders on security automation initiatives Required Qualifications: u2022 Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in a SOC or security operations role u2022 Active GIAC certification (GCIA, GCIH, GMON, GSEC, or other relevant GIAC credential) u2022 Proven experience with Microsoft Sentinel (workspace management, analytics rules, KQL queries, workbooks, and incident management) u2022 Demonstrated expertise in MS-Sentinel as SOAR and security automation (playbook development, workflow orchestration, API integrations) u2022 Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and/or network security (protocols, traffic analysis, network architecture) u2022 Experience with scripting and automation languages (Python, PowerShell, KQL) u2022 Deep understanding of the cyber kill chain, MITRE ATT&CK framework, and common attack methodologies u2022 Proven ability to analyze and respond to security incidents independently u2022 Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications: u2022 Microsoft Security certifications (SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst Associate) u2022 Multiple GIAC certifications or other advanced security certifications (CISSP, CEH, OSCP) u2022 Experience with Logic Apps, Azure Functions, or other Azure automation services u2022 Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms and integration with Microsoft Sentinel u2022 Experience with additional SOAR platforms (Palo Alto Cortex XSOAR, Splunk SOAR, etc.) u2022 Proficiency with endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, particularly Microsoft Defender u2022 Experience with cloud security across Azure and other platforms (AWS, GCP) u2022 Familiarity with digital forensics and malware analysis u2022 Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Honolulu, HI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Honolulu,HI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services Weu2019re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Weu2019re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Weu2019re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Weu2019re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at . The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Soc Analyst