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KPMG US · 18 hours ago

Senior Associate, SOC Analyst

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$82K/yr - $168K/yr

3+ years exp

KPMG is a leading provider of audit, tax and advisory services, known for its commitment to individual development and inclusive culture. They are seeking a Senior Associate in Cyber Operations to enhance and maintain cybersecurity operations, manage incident responses, and coordinate security tasks to protect organizational assets.

Financial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Utilize your expertise in IT security, security operations, and incident response to enhance and maintain robust 24x7 cybersecurity operations, ensuring swift and effective handling of incidents and ongoing protection of organizational assets

Handle and coordinate tasks such as incident management, threat hunting, forensic analysis, and remediation efforts to mitigate threats; conduct regular assessments to identify vulnerabilities and insecure configurations and review security change requests to ensure robust protective measures

Configure and monitor security tools, including alerts, correlation rules, and reporting mechanisms; implement automation and orchestration to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of security monitoring and response processes, aiming for a unified "single pane of glass" solution

Leverage intelligence to apply threat monitoring and vulnerability detection to evaluate and respond effectively to events and developing risk severity level and mitigation approaches, incorporating feedback and lessons learned into enhanced preventive and detective controls

Stay updated on the latest security practices and technologies, mentor the team through knowledge-sharing sessions, and build strong relationships with internal tech groups to ensure strategic alignment and foster collaboration

Develop work product(s) and support small projects, threat assessments, and incident investigations while managing deadlines, expectations, and contributing to staffing decisions

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualification

Cybersecurity operationsIncident responseVulnerability detectionScriptingAutomationServiceNowCISSPAzure CloudAnalytical skillsCommunicationCollaboration skillsPresentation skills

Required

Minimum three years of recent experience in cybersecurity operations with experience implementing processes and playbooks in cybersecurity monitoring and incident response activities

Excellent verbal/written English communication, collaboration, analytical and presentation skills; effectively communicate risk, technical information, and host meetings effectively in a matrixed environment

Experience with On-prem and Azure Cloud environments

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future