ISO New England Inc. · 9 hours ago
Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Holyoke, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $140K/yrISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in the region. As a Senior SOC Analyst, you will help defend critical infrastructure and lead response efforts for high-severity incidents, while mentoring junior analysts and driving improvements in SOC processes.
Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Independently detect, analyze, and respond to complex threats in a fast-paced, mission-critical SOC supporting electric grid operations
Lead response efforts for high-severity incidents, coordinating across IT, OT, and engineering teams
Make time-critical security decisions to protect grid reliability and public safety
Perform advanced threat detection using SIEM, EDR/XDR, network monitoring, and forensic tools
Conduct malware analysis, digital forensics, and root cause investigations
Develop and tune detection rules, correlation logic, and automated response playbooks
Identify security gaps and drive process and capability improvements
Produce clear incident reports and executive-ready briefings
Collaborate with threat intelligence, IT, engineering, and OT teams
Participate in tabletop exercises, purple team activities, and security assessments
Mentor junior SOC analysts
Lead SOC-related initiatives and partner with the PMO on security projects
Support SOC maturity, metrics, and process improvements
Qualification
Required
SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, Microsoft Sentinel, or similar)
EDR/XDR solutions (CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne, or similar)
Network analysis tools (Wireshark, Zeek, tcpdump)
Digital forensics and malware analysis tools and techniques
MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and threat actor TTPs
Network protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and proxy technologies
Windows and Linux administration and security hardening
Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
Log analysis, event correlation, and vulnerability management
Strong ownership, sound judgment, and self starter mindset
Ability to remain calm and decisive during high-severity incidents
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Clear written and verbal communication
Commitment to continuous learning
Preferred
Certifications (GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GREM, CISSP, CySA+, or similar)
Experience in critical infrastructure or energy environments
Threat hunting or offensive security experience
Familiarity with NERC CIP requirements
Experience with SOAR platforms
Knowledge of OT/ICS security concepts
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
A 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions and a student debt benefit
Life and AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits
Paid time off
Paid leave
A wellness program
An employee assistance program
Other great company perks
Company
ISO New England Inc.
Keeping the power flowing reliably and at competitive prices to the homes, businesses, and industries across the six diverse states of New England is a complicated, demanding, and ever-evolving job.
Founded in 1997
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Vamsi Chadalavada
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Christine Sweeny
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2026-01-09
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