SOC Engineer

Job Title : Bilingual SOC Analyst

Location : Jersey City, New Jersey ( Hybrid 3 days onsite/week ) (Alternate locations may be considered: Tempe, AZ)

Duration : 24+ Months

Employment Type : Contract (C2C / W2)

Bill Rate : $55 $60/hour on C2C or W2

Work Hours : 40 hours/week

Interview Process : Video Interview

Position Overview

Client is seeking an experienced Bilingual SOC Analyst (English & Japanese) to support its Global Security Operations Center (GSOC). This role involves Tier 1 and Tier 2 security operations, primarily supporting cybersecurity activities aligned with Japanese business hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and triage security alerts following established procedures
• Escalate incidents appropriately based on severity and impact
• Execute incident response playbooks and document findings thoroughly
• Collaborate with global GSOC teams across multiple regions
• Maintain adherence to GSOC operational standards and frameworks
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats, tools, and best practices

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Information Security, including SOC operations
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese (required) with cultural fluency
• Hands-on experience with security monitoring and incident response
• Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST and MITRE ATT&CK
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or regulated environments
• Understanding of Business Operations Transfer (BOT) models
• Prior experience working in global or distributed SOC teams

Work Schedule

• Front Half Shift: Sunday Wednesday | 8:00 AM 6:00 PM EST
• Back Half Shift: Wednesday Saturday | 8:00 AM 6:00 PM EST

For applications and inquiries, contact: hirings@openkyber.com