Senior Security Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • $110,000–$130,000 Per Year

Highlights

Strong hands on experience with SIEM platforms, preferably: Splunk Enterprise Security, including alert analysis, correlation, and incident workflows. 8-12 years of experience in Cyber Security, with significant exposure to SOC operations at L3 / Senior Analyst level.

Numbers & Facts

LocationHouston, TX
Salary$110,000–$130,000 Per Year

Description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

8-12 years of experience in Cyber Security, with significant exposure to SOC operations at L3 / Senior Analyst level

Strong hands on experience in 24x7 SOC environments, supporting shift based operations

Advanced expertise in security incident investigation and response, including:

  • High and critical severity incidents
  • Cross domain investigations (endpoint, network, cloud, application)

Strong hands on experience with SIEM platforms, preferably:

  • Splunk Enterprise Security, including alert analysis, correlation, and incident workflows

Hands on experience with EDR platforms, preferably:

  • CrowdStrike Falcon, including advanced investigation and response actions

Strong knowledge of security log analysis and event correlation across:

  • Endpoints
  • Servers
  • Network devices
  • Security tools

Solid understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework and adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures

Experience supporting Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) activities

Exposure to cloud security investigations (AWS / Azure / GCP logs and alerts)

Strong understanding of incident handling, escalation procedures, and evidence handling best practices

Technical Competencies

  • Ability to independently handle L3 level escalations in a 24x7 SOC environment
  • Strong capability to:
  • Validate escalations from SOC L1 and L2 teams
  • Perform root cause analysis and impact assessment
  • Support containment and remediation actions
  • Expertise in SIEM and EDR driven investigations
  • Ability to identify true positives vs false positives and reduce noise
  • Experience supporting threat hunting and proactive detection activities
  • Strong understanding of endpoint, network, cloud, and application security threats
  • Behavioral Competencies
  • Strong ownership and accountability expected from a Senior SOC / L3 role
  • Ability to work effectively in shift based, high pressure 24x7 SOC operations
  • Excellent communication skills to:
  • Guide SOC L1 / L2 analysts during incidents
  • Provide clear updates to customers and management stakeholders
  • Strong documentation and incident reporting discipline
  • Ability to mentor and technically guide junior SOC analysts

Salary Range: $110,000- $130,000 a year

TCS Employee Benefits Summary:

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & amp; Training Reimbursement.

Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

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