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Edfinancial Careers · 9 hours ago

Security Operations Center Analyst-Knoxville Hybrid-Close Date 1/16/2026

Knoxville, TN

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Edfinancial is seeking a Security Operations Center Analyst to monitor and respond to cybersecurity incidents. The role involves analyzing security alerts, conducting investigations, and coordinating incident response efforts.

EducationFinancial Services

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Monitor security events and alerts from various sources including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus systems, and other security tools

Analyze security alerts to identify potential cybersecurity incidents and assess their severity

Conduct in-depth investigations into security incidents, including determining the root cause, impact, and extent of the compromise

Utilize threat intelligence sources to enhance the detection and analysis of security threats

Respond promptly to security incidents, following established procedures and protocols

Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to contain and mitigate security incidents

Document all incident response activities, including actions taken, findings, and remediation steps

Assist in identifying and assessing vulnerabilities within the organization's systems and networks

Coordinate with system administrators and other stakeholders to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities in a timely manner

Track and report on the status of vulnerability remediation efforts

Proactively search for signs of malicious activity within the organization's environment

Develop and execute threat hunting methodologies and techniques to identify advanced threats that may evade traditional security measures

Manage and maintain security tools and technologies, ensuring they are properly configured and updated

Collaborate with the IT team to deploy, configure, and tune security solutions for maximum effectiveness

Generate regular reports on security incidents, trends, and metrics for management review

Maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, investigations, and remediation efforts

Provide guidance and training to other members of the IT team on security best practices, incident response procedures, and emerging threats

Participate in security awareness programs to educate employees about cybersecurity risks and mitigation strategies

Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies

Recommend and implement enhancements to security monitoring and detection capabilities

Qualification

SIEM toolsIncident responseCybersecurity principlesNetworking conceptsSecurity technologiesVulnerability assessmentAnalytical skillsMulti-tasking skillsTraining skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving skillsDocumentation skillsReporting skills