IDR is seeking a SOC L3 Analyst (Nightshift) to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity. This role supports a fast-paced security operations environment where youll lead advanced incident investigations and serve as an escalation point for junior analysts. Youll partner with cross-functional teams to improve detection content, response playbooks, and overall SOC maturity within a cybersecurity-focused organization.
Position Overview for the SOC L3 Analyst (Nightshift):
- Act as the senior escalation point for Tier 1/2 SOC analysts and lead complex, high-visibility incident investigations
- Perform advanced incident response across endpoint, network, identity, cloud, and application environments
- Conduct threat hunting, detection tuning, and root-cause analysis to reduce repeat incidents
- Develop and improve response playbooks, knowledge articles, and SOC process documentation
- Mentor analysts and support continuous improvement initiatives across monitoring and response workflows
Requirements for the SOC L3 Analyst (Nightshift)::
- 58+ years of cybersecurity/SOC experience with advanced security monitoring and incident response expertise
- Hands-on experience investigating complex incidents and coordinating containment, eradication, and recovery efforts
- Strong working knowledge of SIEM/XDR platforms and detection engineering (building/tuning rules, alerts, and playbooks)
- Proven experience with threat hunting, incident escalation, and root-cause analysis with clear technical documentation
- Relevant security certification(s) such as GIAC (e.g., GCIH/GCIA/GCFE/GCDA), CISSP, or equivalent
What's in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
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