Senior Cyber Security Analyst
About The Company Genesis10 is a U.S.-based staffing and recruiting firm that connects professionals with contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent career opportunities. Recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts as a top staffing firm in the United States for six consecutive years, Genesis10 works with more than 300 active clients, including Fortune 100 companies and organizations across a wide range of industries. The company supports thousands of consultants and employees each year and provides access to an experienced recruiting team and a broad network of career opportunities. About The Role Genesis10 is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst for a remote, five-month contract assignment supporting a global financial institution located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The successful candidate will join a high-performing Security Operations Center (SOC) team focused on strengthening the organization’s ability to detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats. This role is suited to an experienced, self-directed security professional who enjoys analyzing complex issues, identifying root causes, and improving security controls and response capabilities. The analyst will contribute across monitoring and response, threat hunting, purple teaming, digital forensics, and incident response. Candidates must be available to work directly as Genesis10 employees. The pay rate is up to $53.84 per hour.
Qualifications
Candidates should have at least four years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably in a SOC, Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), or Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) environment. A comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity best practices, common risk vectors, and mitigation strategies is required. Applicants should understand network security concepts and tools, including firewalls, proxy servers, and email security. Strong knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, the Cyber Kill Chain, and comparable threat frameworks is expected. Candidates should be familiar with detection, analysis, and response technologies such as SIEM, EDR, NDR, XDR, and UEBA. Experience with Windows and Linux systems, Active Directory, and cloud technologies is also required. The ideal candidate communicates clearly in writing and verbally, documents work thoroughly, and demonstrates strong organization, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The ability to work independently and manage priorities is essential. Certifications such as GCIH, GNFA, GFCA, CEH, OSCP, or CISSP are desirable.
Responsibilities
As a core member of the SOC, the Senior Cyber Security Analyst will monitor and investigate security alerts, assess events and incidents, and support timely, effective response. The analyst will determine root causes, identify gaps in controls, and document investigations and outcomes to a high standard. Responsibilities include maintaining and updating monitoring and response playbooks, conducting proactive threat hunting, and developing subject-matter expertise in relevant security monitoring systems and technologies. The role will also involve testing new adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to evaluate the organization’s detection and response capabilities. The analyst will identify opportunities to improve efficiency and collaborate with the Security Automation team to enhance response workflows. Additional duties include assisting with the implementation and ongoing support of security systems and contributing to continuous improvement across SOC functions.
Benefits
Genesis10 contract consultants may have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage; a health savings account; a behavioral health platform; voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident coverage; voluntary term life insurance; a 401(k) plan; and sick pay where applicable. Commuter benefits are available in Dallas, New York City, San Francisco, and Illinois. Consultants also receive support from an experienced recruiting team and access to a broad network of client opportunities. Benefit eligibility and availability may vary by location and assignment. Equal Opportunity Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.