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Job Title: Senior SOC Analyst (Level 3)

**Location:** Chandler, AZ

**Term:** 12-Month Contract to Hire

**Schedule:** Monday – Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Hybrid – 3 days onsite/week)

Job Summary

We’re looking for an experienced and highly motivated **Senior SOC Analyst (L3)** to join our growing cybersecurity team in **Chandler, AZ** . In this role, you will serve as a senior-level resource within the Security Operations Center (SOC), leading advanced investigations, responding to complex threats, and mentoring junior analysts. You’ll play a critical role in threat detection, incident response, and continuous improvement of our security monitoring capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead in-depth investigations of security incidents and coordinate incident response activities.

+ Correlate security data from multiple sources, including SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), SOAR tools, and EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike).

+ Perform root cause analysis and develop comprehensive incident reports.

+ Analyze network traffic using packet capture tools such as **Wireshark** and **tcpdump** .

+ Investigate alerts from IDS/IPS and recommend effective remediation steps.

+ Fine-tune detection and alerting rules in SIEM to minimize false positives and improve response efficiency.

+ Utilize SOAR platforms to streamline case management and automate response actions.

+ Collaborate with threat intelligence and vulnerability management teams to enhance detection strategies.

+ Mentor and support Level 1 and Level 2 SOC analysts.

+ Participate in proactive threat hunting and recommend improvements to detection logic and processes.

Qualifications

+ **3+ years** of experience in a SOC environment, including hands-on incident response and threat detection.

+ Proficient in SIEM platforms, especially **Splunk** and/or **QRadar** .

+ Hands-on experience with SOAR platforms and automated response workflows.

+ Skilled in packet capture and network analysis tools ( **Wireshark** , **tcpdump** ).

+ Familiar with IDS/IPS technologies such as **Snort** , **Suricata** , or **Zeek** .

+ Experience with EDR tools like **CrowdStrike Falcon** or similar.

+ Strong understanding of networking protocols, system logs, and cybersecurity frameworks ( **MITRE ATT&CK** , **NIST** ).

+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications** **_(Not Required, But a Plus)_

+ **Security certifications:** CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, CEH

+ **Tool-specific certifications:** Splunk Certified Power User, IBM QRadar Analyst

Why Join Us?

+ Hybrid work model with a consistent 4-day schedule (Mon–Thurs)

+ Opportunity to convert to a full-time role after 12 months

+ Work with cutting-edge security tools and technologies

+ Collaborate with a forward-thinking cybersecurity team

+ Grow your leadership and technical skills in a high-impact environment

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

_ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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