*Urgent* 2nd Shift Junior Soc Monitoring Analyst - Farmington, CT

$20 - $27.5

Job Description A leading organization in the aerospace, defense, and technology sector is seeking a Junior SOC Monitoring Analyst (2nd Shift) to join its Security Operations Center team. This role is ideal for an early-career cybersecurity professional looking to develop hands-on experience monitoring, investigating, and responding to security events in a large enterprise environment.

The SOC Monitoring Analyst will leverage security tools and established processes to identify potential threats, analyze alerts, and support incident response activities. The position offers exposure to a broad range of cybersecurity technologies while working alongside experienced security professionals in a collaborative team environment.

This is a long-term contract opportunity with the potential for extension or conversion. The role follows a hybrid schedule in the Farmington, CT area and requires flexibility to support off-hours, weekends, and holiday coverage as needed. Required Skills & Experience

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Science, or a related field

• CompTIA Security+ certification

• Demonstrated ability to work in a detailed technical environment

• Knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP, network topology, and network security

• Understanding of Windows and/or UNIX operating systems

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with packet analysis tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump

• Familiarity with SIEM platforms including Splunk, syslog, and NetFlow analysis

• Experience working with endpoint security technologies such as Carbon Black, Symantec, McAfee, Forcepoint, or Tanium

• Additional cybersecurity certifications including CySA+, CEH, GSEC, GCIH, GIAC, AWS, Azure, or Cybersecurity Bootcamp certifications

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving capabilities

• Passion for cybersecurity and continuous learning

What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

• Monitor and investigate security alerts from IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxies, servers, endpoints, and network devices

• Analyze security events within a SIEM environment and determine appropriate response actions

• Escalate incidents in accordance with established incident response procedures

• Review logs and security data to identify suspicious activity and emerging threats

• Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT teams to support enterprise security initiatives

• Document investigations, findings, and response activities

• Assist with ongoing improvements to security operations processes and procedures

The Offer

• Pay rate: Up to $27.50/hour

• 36-month contract opportunity

• Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite)

You will receive the following benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Benefits

• Vision Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k)

US Citizenship is required for this role

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. 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.