Perennial Resources International ยท 5 months ago
Level 2 SOC Analyst
St. Paul, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expPerennial Resources International is a company seeking a Level 2 SOC Analyst to enhance their cybersecurity operations. The role involves monitoring security alerts, investigating incidents, and collaborating with teams to improve incident response capabilities.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM, EDR, and other security platforms to identify potential threats
Perform in-depth investigation of suspicious activity, correlating data across multiple sources to determine scope and impact
Lead the resolution of low to moderately complex security incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery actions
Escalate confirmed incidents to L3 analysts or incident response teams with detailed documentation and recommendations
Support containment and remediation efforts during active incidents
Conduct initial root cause analysis and contribute to post-incident reviews to identify gaps and improve future response efforts
Leverage threat intelligence, behavioral analytics, and contextual data to enhance detection, investigation, and resolution capabilities
Collaborate with detection engineering teams to develop, test, and tune detection rules and use cases
Perform basic malware analysis, log correlation, and network traffic inspection to support incident resolution
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the threat landscape, including attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and apply this knowledge to improve incident handling
Work closely with IT, OT, and business units to validate alerts, gather context, and coordinate incident resolution efforts
Document investigation steps, findings, and resolution actions in a clear, structured, and timely manner
Participate in SOC shift rotations to ensure 24/7 monitoring and rapid response to security events
Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC processes, playbooks, and knowledge base, with a focus on enhancing incident resolution workflows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or Computer Science (completed and verified prior to start)
Two (2) years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role in a private, public, government or military environment
Effective communicator with the ability to document investigations and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or GCIH
Proficiency in analyzing alerts from SIEM, EDR, and network monitoring tools
Familiarity with threat intelligence, basic malware analysis, and log correlation techniques
Understanding of common attack vectors, threat actor behaviors, and frameworks like MITRE Telecommunication&CK
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Experienced in triaging and investigating security alerts across SIEM, EDR, and network platforms
Skilled in correlating data from multiple sources to identify and escalate confirmed threats
Proficient in supporting incident response efforts and conducting initial root cause analysis
Strong understanding of threat intelligence and its application in operational workflows
Effective communicator with the ability to document investigations clearly and collaborate across teams
Committed to continuous learning and development in threat detection and response
Analytical thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks
Reliable team player in a 24/7 SOC environment, contributing to operational excellence
Company
Perennial Resources International
Perennial Resources International is a full-service search and staffing firm.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Joseph Kelly
Partner
Stephen C. Brown
Owner-Managing Partner
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