Sr. SOC Analyst

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 OverviewFrom 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 Senior SOC Analyst is responsible for providing effective security monitoring through triage, investigation, communication and reporting.  You will independently investigate alerts from various security tools focusing on alerts of a malicious nature and potentially malicious events.

You will conduct complex investigations, determine if countermeasures are necessary, apply countermeasures, and escalate cases as needed. You’ll perform threat hunting to identify potential compromise and identify IOCs and provide results of analysis to management. As a Senior SOC Analyst you will provide recommendations to improve security postures across multiple customers and platforms including recommendations for design improvements and product offerings. 

The Senior SOC Analyst serves as a mentor and escalation point for junior analysts. You will also provide insight into growth opportunities for the team.

Responsibilities 

• Investigate and analyze network traffic including interpreting logs, packet captures, and network protocols

• Conduct investigations of targeted threats using established frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain

• Apply strong critical thinking and analytical skills to assess and respond to security incidents

• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Conduct targeted threat research using OSINT techniques to identify TTPs

• Perform focused threat hunts on emerging threats on current threat landscape

Skillset

• Hands-on experience with Endpoint, Detection, and Response (EDR) tools (Cortex XDR, Sentinel One, or Crowdstrike)

• Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems, including command-line usage to support process analysis

• Ability to interpret and analyze scripts such as Python and PowerShell

• In-depth knowledge of current threats, vulnerabilities, and emerging attack techniques

• Understanding of system internals (e.g., processes, memory, registry)

• Strong knowledge of network security principles

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical expertise to diverse audiences

• Bilingual, able to speak and communicate in Spanish (Preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Information Security or related experience 

• At least 3 years of experience in a Security Operations, or similar role

• Certifications (GSEC, SEC+, Network+) or equivalent work experience

• Must be able to obtain government security clearance

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: $100,000- $110,000

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 
• At least 3 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 RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

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.