Remote SOC Analyst Jobs
Remote SOC Analyst jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms, managed security service providers, and distributed enterprise security teams all hiring right now. Employers hiring remotely include Edgewater Federal Solutions, Pondurance, and General Dynamics Information Technology, operating across Technology & Software, Insurance, and Healthcare & Medical Services. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Work
The Cybersecurity Incident Response Junior Analyst and Triage Analyst role will work in the CIRT team in the CISO organization. This role works on a shift under the analysis and triage team lead to relate, scope, and triage alerts and notifications from the SIEM, security sensors, ticketing system, walk-ins, and phone calls. Requires technical understanding to collaborate with the incident response and operations teams to qualify events as relevant and determine true and false positives. Knowledge in incident response lifecycles, common
cyber-attacks, and federal incident reporting requirements.
Primary responsibilities:
- Actively monitor and respond to cybersecurity incidents related to alerted policy violations
- Analyze and investigate incidents to determine their nature and scope.
- Coordinate with the lead and other Cybersecurity Incident Response Teams for effective incident resolution.
- Document incidents and response activities in detail.
- Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
- Assist in developing and refining incident response strategies and procedures.
- Collaborate with operations teams, legal, human resources and management to investigate security issues and interview investigation subjects to determine true and false positives.
What you need
- US Citizenship required
- 1 - 2 years of experience in information security, or other equivalent combination of education or equivalent work experience.
- 1-year of experience performing event and log analysis including one or more of the following: Anti-Virus,
- Intrusion Detection Systems, Firewalls, Active Directory, Web Proxies, Data loss prevention tools and other security tools found in large enterprise network environments; along with experience working with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with various network and host-based security applications and tools, such as network and host assessment/scanning tools, network and host-based intrusion detection systems, and other security software
packages. - Familiarity with various network and host-based security applications and tools, such as network and host assessment/scanning tools, network and host-based intrusion detection systems, and other security software
packages. - Familiarity with TCP/IP, common application layer protocols, and packet analysis of the same.
- Familiarity with static and dynamic malware analysis concepts.
- Experience with indicators of attack and compromise.
- Familiarity with Windows / Linux architecture and endpoint analysis of the same.
- Familiarity with basic data parsing and analysis tools, i.e., Excel, grep, sed, awk, regex, etc
Bonus if you have
- SANs GIAC Certifications including but not limited to GCED, GCLD, GCIH, GCFA, GREM
The Work
The Cybersecurity Incident Response Junior Analyst and Triage Analyst role will work in the CIRT team in the CISO organization. This role works on a shift under the analysis and triage team lead to relate, scope, and triage alerts and notifications from the SIEM, security sensors, ticketing system, walk-ins, and phone calls. Requires technical understanding to collaborate with the incident response and operations teams to qualify events as relevant and determine true and false positives. Knowledge in incident response lifecycles, common
cyber-attacks, and federal incident reporting requirements.
Primary responsibilities:
- Actively monitor and respond to cybersecurity incidents related to alerted policy violations
- Analyze and investigate incidents to determine their nature and scope.
- Coordinate with the lead and other Cybersecurity Incident Response Teams for effective incident resolution.
- Document incidents and response activities in detail.
- Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
- Assist in developing and refining incident response strategies and procedures.
- Collaborate with operations teams, legal, human resources and management to investigate security issues and interview investigation subjects to determine true and false positives.
What you need
- US Citizenship required
- 1 - 2 years of experience in information security, or other equivalent combination of education or equivalent work experience.
- 1-year of experience performing event and log analysis including one or more of the following: Anti-Virus,
- Intrusion Detection Systems, Firewalls, Active Directory, Web Proxies, Data loss prevention tools and other security tools found in large enterprise network environments; along with experience working with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with various network and host-based security applications and tools, such as network and host assessment/scanning tools, network and host-based intrusion detection systems, and other security software
packages. - Familiarity with various network and host-based security applications and tools, such as network and host assessment/scanning tools, network and host-based intrusion detection systems, and other security software
packages. - Familiarity with TCP/IP, common application layer protocols, and packet analysis of the same.
- Familiarity with static and dynamic malware analysis concepts.
- Experience with indicators of attack and compromise.
- Familiarity with Windows / Linux architecture and endpoint analysis of the same.
- Familiarity with basic data parsing and analysis tools, i.e., Excel, grep, sed, awk, regex, etc
Bonus if you have
- SANs GIAC Certifications including but not limited to GCED, GCLD, GCIH, GCFA, GREM
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software10
- Insurance2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- News & Publishing1
- Transportation & Logistics1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote SOC analyst jobs.
- One to three years of hands-on experience in a security operations center environment
- Proficiency with at least one SIEM platform such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent entry-level security credential
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field
- Experience triaging and documenting security alerts and escalating confirmed incidents
- Familiarity with network protocols, log analysis, and endpoint detection and response tools
Tips for Your Remote SOC Analyst Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote soc analyst openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly. Remote postings fill fast, so apply as soon as a role matches your stack and availability.
Prove async communication in your application
Remote soc analyst employers prioritize written clarity because incident communication happens through tickets, Slack, and documentation. Include examples of written runbooks, clear escalation notes, or structured alert summaries in your resume or portfolio to show you can communicate without a live handoff.
Match your SIEM experience to the job posting
Remote teams onboard faster when you already know their toolchain. Identify whether the role uses Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, Chronicle, or another SIEM before applying, and make your hands-on experience with that platform explicit in your application materials.
Show independent triage capability concretely
Remote employers can't observe how you work day-to-day, so they look for evidence of self-directed investigation. Document a home lab detection scenario, a CTF write-up, or a real incident you triaged alone and reference it specifically during the interview or in your resume.
Remote SOC Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote soc analyst job?
Target companies that already run distributed security operations, such as managed security service providers, cloud-native firms, and remote-first tech companies. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication in ticketing and incident documentation, and hands-on experience with SIEM platforms like Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel. Candidates who can demonstrate async investigation workflows and independent threat triage have a clear edge over those who rely on in-person collaboration.
Which companies hire remote soc analysts?
Employers currently hiring remote soc analysts include Edgewater Federal Solutions, Pondurance, and General Dynamics Information Technology, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These include remote-first managed security service providers, distributed enterprise security teams, and cloud platform companies across finance, healthcare, and technology sectors.
Can you get a remote soc analyst job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level soc analyst roles are harder to land because employers expect you to investigate alerts and escalate independently from day one. Home labs running SIEM tools, documented CTF results, and CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certifications give candidates something concrete to show. Smaller managed security providers and remote-first startups are more likely to hire entry-level candidates than large enterprises.
Do you need a degree for remote soc analyst jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh hands-on skills, certifications like CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CEH, and demonstrable experience with SIEM and endpoint detection tools more heavily than a four-year degree. A portfolio showing real detection work, home lab projects, or documented incident response practice can carry more weight than a diploma in a remote hiring process where practical output is easier to evaluate.
Which industries hire the most remote soc analysts?
The sectors hiring the most remote soc analysts are Technology & Software, Insurance, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These industries rely on distributed security operations teams to monitor infrastructure and respond to threats across time zones without requiring analysts to be on-site.
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