SOC Analyst / Remote / EST Working time zone New York City, New York **100% Remote** Contract $50/hr - $58.5/hr We are seeking an experienced SOC Analyst for a 3-4 month contract role, working remotely within EST time zone. This is a contract opportunity with a fast-growing cybersecurity team, offering hands-on exposure to AWS Cloud security tools, SIEM alerts, phishing detection, and Endpoint Detection alerts. If you have at least 2 years of experience in incident triage, especially in cloud environments, this could be a great fit This client is a leading global provider of software solutions for the insurance industry, helping transform the way insurers operate. They’re on a mission to empower insurers with innovative tools for claims management, underwriting, and policy administration. As a member of their security team, you’ll be working with cutting-edge technologies and a collaborative, dynamic team dedicated to protecting critical data and systems. With a culture of innovation and growth, this is an excellent opportunity to sharpen your skills and take your career to the next level in a company that truly values work-life balance and professional development. Contract Duration: 3 – 4 Months **Required Skills & Experience** + Minimum 2 years of experience as an SOC Analyst + Experience in triaging incidents from SIEM alerts, endpoint detection tools, and phishing detection + Familiarity with AWS Cloud alerts and tools such as GuardDuty and CloudTrail + Hands-on experience with common SOC tools (Splunk, CrowdStrike, etc.) + Solid understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and incident response processes + Strong communication and collaboration skills **Desired Skills & Experience** + Experience with AWS WAF, VPC Flow Logs, and other cloud security tools + Familiarity with network traffic analysis and intrusion detection systems + Experience working with automation tools such as Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSOAR, Splunk Phantom, or similar + Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, PCI-DSS) **What You Will Be Doing** Tech Breakdown + 50% AWS Cloud Security + 30% SIEM & Endpoint Detection Tools + 20% Incident Response & Phishing Triage Daily Responsibilities + 40% Hands-On Incident Triage and Remediation + 40% Investigation and Analysis (SIEM, AWS, Endpoint) + 20% Team Collaboration & Reporting **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Posted by:** Shawnette Beserra **Specialization:**