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SOC Analyst I

Reposted An Hour Ago
Hybrid
Schaumburg, IL
70K-80K Annually
Junior
Hybrid
Schaumburg, IL
70K-80K Annually
Junior
The SOC Analyst I monitors cyber security within a global center, handling alerts, investigations, and customer communication to mitigate threats.
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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.


Department Overview
From the largest Fortune 500 companies to the smallest, most innovative start-ups, we help organizations of all sizes navigate a constantly changing security and compliance landscape. We discover – and shut down – advanced cyber attacks. We keep watch over networks 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 365 days a year. And we help commercial organizations efficiently adapt to demanding security compliance requirements.
Job Description

The SOC Analyst I is responsible for cyber security monitoring within our global security operations center. You will be responsible for providing effective security monitoring through triage, investigation, communication and reporting.  Under the direction of Senior SOC Analysts, you will review and process alerts from various security tools focusing on identifying malicious activity. As a SOC analyst, you will author cases to effectively communicate the threat, risk, and remediation to the customer in order to mitigate threats. 

You will also investigate alerts and perform investigations to gather information necessary for determining response action or escalation requirements. You’ll provide recommendations for tuning, playbooks, and orchestration. 

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of computer security/networking concepts
  • Familiar with SIEM or similar security tools
  • Familiar with managing & analyzing alerts from security tools such as firewalls and IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools  
  • Experience or knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux) & process analysis 
  • Able to become proficient with Windows/Linux based command line
  • Ability to read and interpret scripts to identify malicious code 
  • Understand security risk and risk management
  • Good written and oral communications skills
     

Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract.
  • At least 1 Certifications ( SEC+, Network+) or equivalent work experience
  • Must be able to obtain government security clearance
  • This position is for a night shift SOC analyst.

The SOC Analyst I will also be cross trained and provide periodic onsite security monitoring to support teams that deliver specialized managed detection and response services, ensuring seamless service delivery and alignment with mission-critical requirements.

This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent fingerprint background check administered by Motorola Solutions Inc. customers

Target Base Salary Range: $70,000- $80,000

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Information Security or related experience or 1-2 years of experience in a Security Operations, or similar role

  • Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customer

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.


Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans

  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

  • 401K with Company Match

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Paid Parental & Family Leave

  • and more!


EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

Top Skills

Endpoint Detection And Response
Firewalls
Ids/Ips
Linux
SIEM
Windows
HQ

Motorola Solutions Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

Located in the West Loop, one block from Ogilvie Train Station and Union Train Station. The office is also close to multiple CTA stops.

Motorola Solutions Elgin, Illinois, USA Office

2540 Galvin Dr, Elgin, IL, United States, 60124

Motorola Solutions Schaumburg, Illinois, USA Office

1303 E Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg, IL, United States, 60196

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