TheSecurity Operations Center – Tier 2 Analystwill lead complex investigations, coordinate incident response efforts, and drive continuous improvement in threat detection and response capabilities. You will serve as a technical expert and escalation pointforTier 1analysts,customersor otherdepartments.This role supports incident detection, escalation, and responseactivities withincustomer environments, in line with agreed SOC service scope and service level agreements (SLAs).Youwill have hadpreviousexperience in handling escalation from Tier 1 and direct work in security monitoring, threat intelligence, or incident response
Key Responsibilities Perform advanced analysis of escalated security incidents and support investigation efforts.
Act as an escalation point for Tier 1 analysts andprovideexpert guidance during incident response activities.
Develop and tune detection rules and use cases in SIEM and other platforms.
Perform threat hunting based on intelligence and behavioral analysis.
Conduct forensic analysis and reverse engineering of malware when needed.
Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to enrich investigations.
Provide strategic recommendations to improve SOC processes and technologies.
Mentor junior analysts and contribute to training programs.
Participate in detection validation and lessons‑learned activities to enhance SOC detection and response.
Additional Responsibilities Monitoring & Detection ValidatecomplexalertsescalatedbyTier 1
Determinescope, impact, and severity of confirmed incidents.
Perform deep log analysis, forensic investigations, and develop custom detection rules.
Implement containment,mitigationand remediationactions.in accordance with playbooks and customer agreements
Understanding TTPs (tactics, techniques, procedures) of threat actors
Ability to develop custom detection rulesand correlation logic
Investigation & Analysis Analyze data patterns and outliers toidentifythreat actor behaviors and insider threats.
Conduct deep investigations into logs, network telemetry, and endpoint activity.




Document findings, actions taken, and recommended next steps.
Incident Response Support Assist the SOC team during active security incidents by collecting evidence andcontaininglow‑severity threats as per playbooks.
Follow established runbooks to ensure consistent and compliant response actions.
Respond to escalated security incidents requiring advanced analysis.
Provide containment recommendations and support remediation.
Access Management Processing user access requests (add, remove,modify) following established workflows.
Enforcing least‑privilege principles and role‑based access standards.
Conducting periodic access reviews (user accounts, permissions, group memberships).
Investigating and escalating suspicious access activities or unauthorized access attempts.

Patch Management Assistwith tracking and verifying system patch status as part of vulnerability review activities.
Monitor patch‑related alerts (failed deployments, outdated versions) within security tools and coordinate remediation with IT operations.
Support the vulnerability management process byvalidatingmissing patchesidentifiedduring scans and escalating high‑risk findings.
(This is aligned with Tier 1’s documented tasks involving vulnerability scans and reporting.)
Reporting & Communication Generate clear,accurateincident reports and daily shift summaries.
Communicate event details with internal teams in a professional andtimelymanner.
Continuous Improvement Recommend improvements to detection rules, response processes, and SOC procedures.
Stay current on cyber threat trends, attacker techniques (TTPs), and security best practices.




Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years in a SOC or IR role.
Advancedexpertisein SIEM, EDR, and forensic tools.
Solid understanding of MITRE ATT&CK; framework and threat actor TTPs.
Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
Ability to lead and manage incident response efforts under pressure.
Relevantsecurity certifications from ISC2 or ISACA
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or CS
Certifications such as:
CompTIA Security+
Microsoft SC-200
CEH,CySA+
GIAC certifications (GSEC, GCIH, GMON)
Experience with:
EDR, IDS/IPS, and network security tools
SIEM/SOAR workflows/playbooks
Threat intelligence platforms
Key Competencies Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure during incidents
Team‑first mindset and willingness to learn
Ability to recognize patterns and anomalies
Prior SOC or IR experience
Strong analysis and investigation skills
Familiarity with threat intelligence and adversary behavior
Ability to perform forensic/log analysis
More advanced certifications preferred
Work Environment 24/7 SOC environment - day shift with weekend coverage
Fast‑paced operational setting with tight response timelines
Collaboration with cross‑functional IT and security teams
Salary range: This is a full-time, exempt position, eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The salary range listed represents the maximum and minimum starting base pay for this position as of the time of posting. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.
Salary range for this position is CAD$90,000 to CAD$115,000.

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📌 Cybersecurity Analyst – Tier 2 (British Columbia)
🏢 Vanderlande Industries
📍 British Columbia