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ExpelAssociate SOC Analyst
Expel is currently hiring an Associate SOC Analyst for a full-time, remote position. In this role, you will serve on the front lines of the company's…
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Expel is currently hiring an Associate SOC Analyst for a full-time, remote position. In this role, you will serve on the front lines of the company's Managed Detection and Response service, protecting client organizations by thinking like an attacker. Expel provides mentorship, training, tools, and hands-on experience to help professionals grow from initial alert triage to leading full-scale investigations. This position is well-suited for individuals who possess a strong sense…
Job Description
Expel is currently hiring an Associate SOC Analyst for a full-time, remote position. In this role, you will serve on the front lines of the company's Managed Detection and Response service, protecting client organizations by thinking like an attacker. Expel provides mentorship, training, tools, and hands-on experience to help professionals grow from initial alert triage to leading full-scale investigations.
This position is well-suited for individuals who possess a strong sense of curiosity, a client-first mindset, and an interest in solving complex security puzzles. The role involves investigating alerts, collaborating on incident remediation, conducting root-cause analysis, and participating in 24x7 rotational coverage.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and investigate security alerts to identify and respond to potential threats
- Collaborate with internal teammates and client security teams to remediate incidents and strengthen defenses
- Conduct threat hunts and perform root-cause analysis to uncover attacker activities
- Manage the complete alert triage lifecycle from detection through resolution
- Identify continuous improvements for customer delivery, detection capabilities, and defense strategies
- Participate in 24x7 rotational shift coverage
Requirements
- Demonstrate a client-first mindset, integrity, and strong curiosity
- Possess strong written communication skills adapted for technical teammates or client reports
- Understand fundamentals of TCP/IP, operating systems, and common network protocols
- Bring familiarity with command-line operations across Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Maintain awareness of cloud applications such as O365 and Okta, alongside cloud infrastructure like AWS, Azure, and GCP
- Show familiarity with detection and response technologies including SIEM, EDR, and IDS/IPS
- Have an understanding of attacker techniques, the MITRE ATT&CK framework, and defensive strategies
- Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Qualifications
- 1 to 2 years of professional IT or security experience
- Passion, potential, and a compelling background story for candidates without formal experience
Core Skills
Benefits
- Base salary range of $85,000 to $90,000 USD per year
- 20% quarterly bonus
- Equity in the company
- Unlimited paid time off
- Work location flexibility
- Up to 24 weeks of parental leave
- Excellent health benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, the posting explicitly lists the position as remote with work location flexibility.
What is the salary and compensation for this role?
The base salary ranges from $85,000 to $90,000 USD per year, supplemented by a 20% quarterly bonus and equity.
What experience is required to apply?
The company prefers 1 to 2 years of IT or security experience, but welcomes candidates with strong passion, potential, and a compelling story.
Does Expel offer visa sponsorship for this job?
No, the posting states they are only hiring individuals authorized to work in the United States and do not sponsor immigration visas.
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