Information Security Engineer - SOC / Incident Response
Job Description
Support Level 2 SOC and incident response work to help protect enterprise systems, associates, customers, and data.
Responsibilities
- Triage, investigate, and document security alerts and events from Google SecOps, CrowdStrike, and other monitoring platforms
- Analyze evidence across endpoint, network, identity, and application to separate malicious activity from benign events
- Execute approved investigation and response playbooks using Cortex XSOAR and/or Google SecOps SOAR
- Perform authorized containment actions under established procedures and approval requirements; escalate actions outside delegated authority
- Support incident investigations including evidence collection, timeline development, remediation coordination, and post-incident follow-up
- Use CrowdStrike, Tanium, MISP, and related tools to enrich investigations and coordinate endpoint response
- Escalate significant incidents and complex technical issues to senior responders, Incident Response leadership, and designated incident command roles
- Partner with Cyber Threat Intelligence and Detection Engineering on threat hunts, detection feedback, and alert-quality improvements
- Maintain accurate case notes, handoff documentation, and operational runbooks to support continuous coverage
- Participate in 24x7 shift operations, including weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities as assigned
- Identify opportunities for safe automation and AI-assisted investigative efficiency while validating results and following response controls
Requirements
- 3+ years experience in security operations, incident response, IT security, or a related technical field
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
- Foundational knowledge of security monitoring, endpoint security, operating systems, networking, and common attack techniques
- Experience triaging alerts, investigating security events, and documenting findings
- Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, case management, and escalation procedures
- Ability to work effectively in a 24x7 operational environment and communicate clearly during time-sensitive events
- Preferred: experience with Google SecOps, CrowdStrike, Cortex XSOAR, Google SecOps SOAR, Tanium, or MISP
- Preferred: experience supporting endpoint containment, evidence handling, threat hunting, or response playbooks
- Preferred: basic scripting, automation, or AI-assisted analysis experience
- Onsite requirement: Brooklyn, NY office Monday through Thursday
Technologies
- Google SecOps
- CrowdStrike
- Cortex XSOAR
- Google SecOps SOAR
- Tanium
- MISP
- SIEM
- EDR
Benefits
- Generous discount on all WSI brands
- 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities
- Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer
- Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits
- Tax-free commuter benefits
- Wellness program supporting physical, financial, and emotional health
About the Team
- Enterprise Cyber Security organization responsible for protecting WSI associates, customers, systems, and data
- SOC monitors enterprise security events, investigates suspicious activity, and coordinates response with Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, Detection Engineering, and technology partners
About the Role
- Provide Level 2 security operations support through alert triage, event investigation, and coordinated incident response
- Join a 24x7 SOC rotation (including weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage as assigned)
- Use established playbooks and escalation procedures to protect enterprise systems
Continued Learning
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- Resources for self-development
- Advisor (Mentor) program
- Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series
Location: Brooklyn, NY (onsite)
Compensation: USD 100,000 - 130,000 per year