Senior SOC Security Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior SOC Security Engineer for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Regulatory clients. This position is fully remote.

We are seeking an experienced Senior SOC Security Engineer with deep technical expertise in alert triage, incident response, cloud security, and network operations to strengthen our security operations.

Responsibilities :

Security Operations & Incident Response

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using SIEM and EDR platforms

• Conduct deep-dive investigations into complex threats and vulnerabilities

• Perform proactive threat hunting and develop detection use cases for emerging attack vectors

• Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and procedures

• Lead incident response efforts during critical security events

Security Operations

• Triage and investigate security alerts across multiple platforms

• Perform root cause analysis on security incidents

• Stay current with threat intelligence, zero-days, and emerging security trends

• Contribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures

Leadership & Collaboration

• Mentor SOC analysts and junior team members

• Collaborate cross-functionally with DevOps, engineering, and IT teams

• Communicate security risks and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Drive security awareness and best practices across the organization

Security Program Development

• Develop detection use cases and threat hunting methodologies

• Create and maintain application security testing standards

• Guide risk mitigation strategies and remediation efforts

• Enhance SOC capabilities through process optimization and tool enhancement

Required Skills :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related technical field

• Equivalent experience may be considered for exceptional candidates

• 7+ years in SOC operations and incident response

• Proven track record in alert triage and complex threat investigations

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and network security

• SIEM & EDR Platforms

• Proficiency with Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, CrowdStrike, or similar platforms

• Advanced query development and correlation rule creation

• Cloud & Network Security

• Strong understanding of AWS, Azure, or GCP security configurations

• Container security expertise (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Network architecture and security protocols

• Cloud-native security tool implementation

• Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

• Deep networking and cloud architecture knowledge

• Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)

• Understanding of modern attack vectors and defense strategies

• Strong attention to detail and investigative mindset

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to work effectively under pressure during incidents

• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

• Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Preferred Skills :

• CISSP, CASE, OSCP, CSSLP, or GIAC certifications preferred

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.