Security Operations Center Specialist

Technology Department

Location: On-site in Dallas, TX This role requires the employee to be fully on-site, 5 days a week in Dallas, Texas.

Role Type: 12-month SOW Contract, Full-Time Position

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organization in the technology sector, focused on maintaining robust cybersecurity measures across various platforms. They prioritize the safety of their technology infrastructure, including workstations, server systems, networks, applications, and databases. The company operates in a fast-paced environment and values collaboration, proactivity, and adaptability. Their mission is to protect systems from security violations, unauthorized access, and destruction while ensuring compliance with industry regulations such as NERC CIP, SOX, and ISO.

Job Description

As a Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and integrity of our client's technology platforms. You will work closely with the SOC and vendor teams to maintain existing security technologies and support the onboarding of new ones. Your day-to-day activities will involve monitoring, analyzing, and responding to potential security threats, as well as contributing to the development of automation functions for repetitive tasks in the SOC.

You will act as a subject matter expert on existing security technologies, troubleshooting systems to ensure a good security posture. Collaboration with other groups within the SOC and internal partners will be essential as you work to uncover information gaps and recommend security enhancements. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's cybersecurity landscape and contribute to the overall protection of critical information assets.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support existing and new security technologies in collaboration with SOC and vendor teams
• Develop and improve automation functions for repetitive tasks in the SOC
• Identify potential threats and recommend security enhancements
• Administer, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot security systems
• Produce and review reports on technology security vulnerabilities
• Support cybersecurity investigations and incident response
• Perform technical reviews to ensure compliance with regulations (NERC CIP, SOX, ISO, etc.)
• Act as an escalation point for security analysts, providing expertise and problem-solving support
• Engage and collaborate with other groups within the SOC and internal partners
• Keep management informed of technical and regulatory changes in the security landscape

Required Experience/Skills

• High School diploma or GED with relevant work experience (Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity preferred)
• 4 years of cybersecurity or information technology experience
• Advanced understanding of network concepts, protocols, services, and operating systems
• Strong technical understanding of Windows Server and Red Hat Linux environments
• Proficiency in Python, RegEx, and SQL
• Knowledge of AWS cloud security and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in an open and collaborative environment

Nice-to-Haves

• Industry-specific certifications such as NERC-CIP, CompTIA Security , (ISC)2 CISSP, or CEH
• Experience with cybersecurity monitoring and security tools
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment and exploitation techniques

Education

High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred

Pay & Benefits Summary

• Hourly rate: $70 per hour
• Weekly hours: 40 hours per week
• Contract duration: 12-month Statement of Work (SOW) contract
• Estimated annual earnings: $145,600 (based on 52 weeks)
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, on-site in Dallas, TX

Please note that as a contract position, traditional employee benefits may not apply. Candidates should discuss any additional compensations or allowances with the hiring manager during the interview process.

Call-to-Action

Join our Security Operations Center team in Dallas and help protect critical information assets! Apply now to make a significant impact in the ever-evolving world of technology security. This 12-month contract opportunity offers competitive pay and the chance to work with cutting-edge security technologies.

Keyword | Security Operations Center | SOC | Cybersecurity | Network Security | Incident Response | Cloud Security | Compliance | Threat Analysis | Information Technology

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. Possible 24x7; on call/off hour security support; weekend; holidays.