Junior SOC Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior SOC Cybersecurity Analyst to join our Security Operations Center (SOC). The ideal candidate has foundational cybersecurity knowledge and familiarity with SOC environments, including experience with monitoring tools, incident workflows, and escalation processes.

Title: Junior SOC Cybersecurity Analyst
Duration: 5 Months with possible extension and full time conversion
Location: Chicago IL
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with 7.5 hours per day.

• Monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts using SIEM tools.
• Triage and escalate security incidents based on severity and impact.
• Investigate security events to identify root causes and recommend mitigations.
• Document incident response actions and maintain detailed case records.
• Assist in vulnerability management and threat hunting activities.
• Work within a SOC environment, following established monitoring, detection, and response procedures.
• Participate in shift handovers and daily SOC briefings.
• Follow SOC standard operating procedures (SOPs) and incident handling workflows.
• Contribute to post-incident analysis and reporting.
• Stay current on emerging threats, tools, and technologies in the cybersecurity field.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of common security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors. Ability to investigate basic security threats and walk through incident handling processes.
• Familiarity with recognizing, interpreting, and understanding security alerts.
• Exposure and some experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel).
• Previous experience/exposure to SOC operations.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, and network security fundamentals.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.

DivIHN (pronounced divine ) is a CMMI ML3-certified Technology and Talent solutions firm. Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations. Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.