SOC Analyst

Post Date

Mar 06, 2026

Location

New York,
New York

ZIP/Postal Code

11205
US
Jul 28, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

RIC-56fad316-e596-47f2-afa3-a1295555c6a1

Pay Rate

$45 - $56 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking SOC Analysts to support a high‑priority security engagement for a New York–based client. This role is focused on day‑to‑day security monitoring and incident response, helping stabilize and scale SOC operations during a critical growth phase. The pay rate for this role is between $50-$56 an hour based on the candidates years of experience.

Key Responsibilities
-Monitor, triage, and investigate security alerts across SIEM and security platforms
-Perform incident response activities including analysis, escalation, and documentation
-Follow and execute SOC playbooks and response workflows
-Identify false positives and contribute to alert tuning and process improvement
-Escalate high‑severity incidents and collaborate with engineering and security leadership
-Document incidents, actions taken, and outcomes clearly and accurately
-Support 8x5 SOC coverage during U.S. business hours

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

3–7+ years of experience in a SOC, Incident Response, or Security Operations role
Hands-on experience monitoring and responding to alerts in a SOC environment
Experience working with SIEM platforms and endpoint security tools

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with CrowdStrike
Exposure to Nozomi or OT security environments

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.