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Security Associate- SOC

PNC

Two PNC Plaza, PAFull-time$64–117K/yrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$64–117K/yr
Location
Two PNC Plaza, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

PNC is hiring a Security Associate in its Technology organization, based in Pittsburgh, Denver, Phoenix, Cleveland, or Birmingham. The role supports security operations through incident response, alert review, investigation, risk mitigation, and security assessments. The work shift is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Eastern. PNC describes itself as an in-office company and does not provide employment visa sponsorship or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Access ControlBuilding ArchitectureCustomer SolutionsDisaster Recovery PlanningIncident ResponseInformation SecurityIPS/IDSNetwork SecurityPhysical SecurityRisk AssessmentsSecurity TechnologiesSIEM ToolsAnalytical ThinkingEffective CommunicationsInformation AssuranceInformation Security ManagementInformation Security TechnologiesIT EnvironmentIT StandardsIT Systems ManagementProblem SolvingSoftware Security Assurance

Qualifications

2+ Years Relevant ExperienceBachelor's Degree

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Two PNC Plaza (PA374)

Denver - 12345 W Colfax (CO147)

Birmingham - Brock (AL112)

Strongsville Technology Center (OH537)

The Biltmore (AZ050)

Cleveland Ops Ctr - North Annex (OH005)

Data Center (PA690)

Full time

R233731

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Security Associate within PNC’s Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Denver, CO; Phoenix AZ; Cleveland, OH; or Birmingham, AL.

Work shift will be Monday-Friday 7:00amEST-3:30pmEST.

Ideal candidate will demonstrates intimate knowledge of the following:

a. Security Operations focused, with corresponding experience in terms of incident response and mitigation.

b. Alert review for determination of true positives and suggestions for potential tuning.

c. Utilization of security tools to assist in scoping and reviewing investigations.

d. 24/7 SOC shift work, in support of the enterprise environment.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

  • Participates in activities, processes, and utilizes tools needed to improve overall security posture of the organization.

  • Applies security concepts, reviews information, executes defined tasks, analyzes requirements, reviews logs, and creates documentation. Performs investigation and data loss prevention, data manipulation, and coordination of activities. Performs actions to address or mitigate risks and vulnerabilities. Reviews and defines controls.

  • Advises on less complex security procedures and products for clients, security administrators and network operations. Participates in enforcement of control security risks and threats.

  • Conducts security assessments and other information security routines consistently, with supervision.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

  • Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.

  • Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Access Control (AC), Building Architecture, Customer Solutions, Disaster Recovery Planning, Incident Response, Information Security, IPS/IDS, Network Security, Physical Security, Risk Assessments, Security Technologies, SIEM Tools

Competencies

Analytical Thinking, Effective Communications, Information Assurance, Information Security Management, Information Security Technologies, IT Environment, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, IT Systems Management, Problem Solving, Software Security Assurance

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 2+ years of relevant professional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $63,750.00 – $116,875.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/08/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com .

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [email protected] . Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

California Residents

Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice (https://content.pncmc.com/live/pnc/aboutus/HR/Onboarding/PNC\_CCPA\_Privacy\_Disclosure\_Employee.pdf) to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.

For nearly 160 years, PNC has strived to make a meaningful impact for our employees, customers, communities, and shareholders. We believe our success and positive reputation are built on open and honest dialogue, an unwavering focus on smart risk management, relationship-based customer service and community investments. Our inclusive workplace allows our employees to be heard, valued, and developed to do their best work.

Being a great place to work means we are making a lasting difference for everyone we serve. Check out the top reasons to join PNC.

PNC’s total rewards package includes things like time off, benefits, learning and career development, wellness programs, recognition and much more. The benefits and programs highlighted below are just a sampling of what PNC offers its employees. To learn more, visit our Total Rewards page (https://careers.pnc.com/global/en/total-rewards) .

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How this job compares

Set against the 968 open Security Operations jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$64–117K/yr
  • US median$117–203K/yr627 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $90K, is 42% below the US median midpoint ($157K) — in the lowest quarter of Security Operations salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 25 open Security Operations jobs in Pennsylvania and 968 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
Security Operations postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (841 postings).
Education
251 of the 968 open Security Operations jobs (26%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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