Security Operations Analyst

As a Security Operations Analyst at Clear Street, your primary responsibilities include conducting proactive threat hunting in both cloud and on-prem environments, monitoring security alerts in a 24/7 SOC setting, performing forensic analysis on various workloads, and suggesting improvements to enhance SOC maturity. You'll be the first line of defense against potential risks and play a significant role in ensuring our systems remain secure.

To qualify for the Security Operations Analyst role at Clear Street, candidates should ideally have experience in SOC operations and incident response, familiarity with AWS and Azure security architectures, and expertise in security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK. Relevant certifications such as AWS Security Specialty or CISSP are also preferred, showcasing your commitment to security best practices.

Clear Street actively promotes professional growth for Security Operations Analysts through a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing. You'll have opportunities to work on cross-functional teams, engage in training focused on the latest security technologies, and participate in initiatives that encourage pursuing relevant certifications. Your growth is beneficial not just for you, but for the entire team.

As a Security Operations Analyst at Clear Street, you will utilize various security tools such as SIEM, EDR, and forensic analysis software. Proficiency in these tools is crucial for efficiently monitoring, analyzing and responding to security incidents, as well as for conducting threat hunts and investigations.

The work culture for Security Operations Analysts at Clear Street combines diversity with a commitment to collaboration. The team is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every member can thrive, share insights, and tackle challenges together. Clear Street believes that our people are our greatest asset, and we continuously invest in fostering a positive workplace culture.

For this question, you want to highlight your specific experience with threat hunting in cloud environments such as AWS or Azure. Discuss any relevant tools you've used, incidents you've investigated, and the results of your proactive efforts. Be sure to express your understanding of the threats that may exist within these environments.

In response to this question, explain how you assess the severity and potential impact of security incidents to prioritize your response effectively. Discuss any frameworks or methodologies you use, such as a risk assessment matrix or incident classification system, and provide examples of how you applied these principles in previous roles.

When asked this question, detail the methodologies you employ for forensic analysis, such as the use of the scientific method or specific tools and techniques you prefer. Provide an example that illustrates your analytical process from data gathering to reporting findings, emphasizing any critical thinking you applied during an investigation.

In answering this question, talk about various resources you rely on for staying informed, such as security blogs, forums, webinars, and conferences. Mention how you may incorporate this updated knowledge into your daily tasks or use it to forecast future security challenges.

Here, outline a clear, methodical approach for addressing a critical vulnerability from identification to remediation. Discuss the importance of collaboration with relevant stakeholders and how you would document the process to help prevent similar issues in the future.

When discussing the MITRE ATT&CK framework, define what it is and how it applies to incident response and threat hunting. Provide examples of how you've used it in past experiences to identify potential adversary tactics and techniques and how it helps improve your organization's security posture.

This question seeks to assess your communication skills. Choose a specific instance where you successfully translated technical jargon into easily understandable terms for a non-technical audience. Discuss your approach and the impact it had on the decision-making process.

Explain your approach to evaluating security tools, including how you measure their performance, features in relation to your needs, and any benchmarks or KPIs you track. Emphasize the importance of continuously reassessing tools as new threats emerge.

Documenting security incidents is essential in the SOC. Discuss your experience in detail, emphasizing the importance of thorough documentation, the type of information you include, and how it aids in retrospective analyses and aids better responses to future incidents.

Express your enthusiasm about Clear Street's innovative approach to capital markets and the value of being part of a high-performance team. Highlight specific aspects of Clear Street that resonate with you, such as their commitment to security, collaborative culture, or growth opportunities, and how your background aligns with the company's mission.