Sr. Security Analyst
谁是我们准备好在网络安全上真正影响？在 Critical Start,我们不仅保护组织；我们重新定义了如何做到这一点。我们是一个团队结合着一个令人鼓舞的目的：阻止泄露行为，简化安全和塑造网络防御未来。如果你热爱尖端技术，在协作环境中繁荣，并且希望你的工作真的重要，你已经找到家园了。我们提供24x7人工加速，由人为测试，检查和响应在 IT 和 OT 之间。这意味着我们通过噪音来验证，调查真实的威胁，并采取可信的 SLA 支持行动全靠最聪明的人才和最新 AI. 自2012年以来，我们一直帮助组织超越不断发展的攻击，以更快的响应，减少升级和可测量的风险降低。创新不仅仅是这里一个流行词；它是我们的 DNA. 我们开拓了第一款 MOBILESOC 在行驶检测和反应应用程序，将 AI 注入自动警报分辨率消除噪音，并缩短了惊人的99.3%的调查时间。我们正在改变安全团队的工作方式，你可能成为其中的一部分。从人工智能辅助的选到提高人类专业知识的分析副飞行员，我们结合机器智能与人判断力来提供客户的信任。如果你正在寻找一个高信任，高影响力的团队，你的想法由人工智能增强，并被同事和客户都重视，Critical Start 是适合你的地方。与我们一起来建立网络安全未来！谁是你？高级安全分析师职位的理想候选人至少拥有6个月的 SOC 经验，以及 Security+认证。他们擅长分类 MDR 警报，分析事件，建议或实施应对行动以有效缓解威胁。作为我们平台的主题专家，熟练使用 EDR,SIEM 和微软 Sentinel,Splunk 和 CrowdStrike Falcon 等安全平台，他们确保了精确的升级和调整。他们还为创建和审查剧本和自动化做出贡献，以提高效率和准确性。凭借强大的分析和通信技能，他们在通过仔细的审查和验证过程来处理高严重事件的客户通讯并保持运营完整性。这位候选人证明了技术专业知识，关注细节以及承诺确保强有力的网络安全措施。你会做什么？· 在
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Who We Are
Ready to make a real impact in cybersecurity? At Critical Start, we're not just protecting organizations; we're redefining how it's done. We're a team united by an inspiring purpose: to stop breaches, simplify security, and shape the future of cyber defense. If you're passionate about cutting-edge technology, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want your work to truly matter, you've found your home.
We deliver 24x7 AI-accelerated, human-validated detection, investigation, and response across IT and OT. This means we cut through the noise, investigate real threats, and take trusted, SLA-backed action—all powered by the brightest minds and the latest AI. Since 2012, we've been helping organizations outpace evolving attacks with faster response, fewer escalations, and measurable risk reduction.
Innovation isn't just a buzzword here; it's our DNA. We pioneered the first MOBILESOC app for on-the-go detection and response, infused AI into automated alert resolution to eliminate noise, and slashed investigation time by an astounding 99.3%. We're transforming how security teams work, and you could be a part of it. From AI-assisted triage to analyst copilots that elevate human expertise, we combine machine intelligence with human judgment to deliver outcomes our customer’s trust.
If you're looking for a high-trust, high-impact team where your ideas are amplified by AI and valued by colleagues and customers alike, Critical Start is the place for you. Come build the future of cybersecurity with us!
Who You Are
The ideal candidate for the Senior Security Analyst role possesses at least 6 months of SOC experience, and a Security+ certification. They excel in triaging MDR alerts, analyzing events, and recommending or implementing response actions to mitigate threats effectively. As a Subject Matter Expert in our platform and proficient with EDR, SIEM, and security platforms like Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, and CrowdStrike Falcon, they ensure accurate escalations and orchestration. They also contribute to creating and reviewing playbooks and automations to enhance efficiency and accuracy. With strong analytical and communication skills, they handle client communications for high-severity incidents and maintain operational integrity through meticulous review and verification processes. This candidate demonstrates technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring robust cybersecurity measures.
What You Will Be Doing?
- Initial Triage of MDR Alerts
- Participate in shift-based teams performing 24x7 monitoring of customer networks to detect and stop attacks.
- Analyze Events, Alerts, and Threat Intelligence data used in investigations of potential attacks against customer networks.
- Recommend response actions for active attacks
- Implement response actions to stop attackers with approval of Supervisor/Sr. Analysts
- Approval of Security Analyst Escalations
- Senior Security Analysts review post investigation Analyst escalations for response accuracy, protection actions, recommendations, and grammar before sending them to the customer.
- Orchestration creation & approval for MDR alerts
- Create playbooks, knowledge objects, and other automations within the MDR SOAR platform
- Review Security Analyst created orchestration for decision accuracy, sound logic, and proper documentation prior to adding it to the Trusted Behavior Registry.
- Client communications related to High & Critical investigations
- Written and verbal when required
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) within our platform
- Able to clearly navigate and articulate all aspects of the ZTAP console to both Security Analysts and customers
- Mid-level competence within MDR tool suite (13 total vendors)
- EDR: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike Falcon, Palo Alto Cortex XDR, VMWare Enterprise Endpoint (Formerly CB-Response and CB-Defense), Trend Micro Vision One
- SIEM: Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Devo
- Other: Microsoft Defender Suite (M365D, Outlook, Identity, Cloud)
- Verifier for Console Actions
- Able to verify correct execution of Lead and Principal console protection actions to provide two-person integrity.
What You Will Bring?
- At least 6 months of SOC Tenure (Beginning your first day on shift) or equivalent experience
- Security+ Certification or Equivalent
What It's Like Working Here
Imagine a dynamic, enjoyable, and rewarding work environment. We are professionals, and the work we do holds immense significance, like saving our customers from potential disasters. However, we believe in not taking ourselves too seriously.
Prefer a casual dress code every day? No problem, as we find comfort enhances our thinking.
Our workplace in Plano, TX offers open offices, collaborative meeting spaces, phone rooms, and wellness rooms. In the breakroom, friendly competition arises with games like ping-pong, bubble hockey machine, foosball, or the gaming machine. What harm does a little healthy competition among friends do?
What does our Compensation and Benefits package entail?
· Competitive salary with bonus potential
· Comprehensive health benefits with generous employer contributions for medical, dental, and vision
· Additional Ancillary Benefits offered at 100% employee contribution
· Unlimited PTO (Paid Time Off) policy
· Paid Parental and Military Leave
· Dental and Vision Plan
· Employer-provided Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability coverage
· Additional Voluntary Life Insurance coverage
· 401(k) Plan with Matching Program
· Mines Employee Assistance Program
· Monthly Wellness Initiatives
· Optional Pet Benefits Discount Plan
We prioritize your privacy and security. Please note that Critical Start will never request financial information or sensitive personal data during the interview process. If you encounter any suspicious requests, do not respond and contact us directly at . Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and trustworthy hiring experience.
Critical Start welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. One of our core values is to “Do what’s best for our employees,” and that starts with the hiring process by finding the best candidates and providing an environment that upholds equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants, strictly prohibiting any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy encompasses all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Mental and Physical Requirements
It's important to note that specific physical and mental requirements may vary depending on the nature of the office job, organization, and individual responsibilities.
Physical:
· Stationary position for extended periods of time.
· Constantly operate a computer.
· Occasionally you may be required to move equipment or other items up to 20 lbs.
· The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Mental:
· Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner.
· Make timely decisions in the context of workflow.
· Ability to complete tasks and perform in situations requiring speed deadlines, or productivity quota.
· Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress situations.
· Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems.
For positions that can or will be performed, in whole or in part, remotely within the U.S., range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (sales roles only).
Compensation:
The total compensation range (base) being offered for this role is [$60,000 - $70,000 USD].
Additional Compensation:
This role is not eligible for additional or other forms of compensation.
Employment Benefits:
Comprehensive health benefits with generous employer contributions for medical, dental, and vision, unlimited PTO (Paid Time Off) policy, paid Parental and Military Leave, dental and vision plan, Employer-provided Life Insurance (up to $100K coverage), Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability coverage, 401(k) Plan with Matching Program, 24/7/365 availability of Employee Assistance Program.
Application Deadline:
The application deadline for this position is Oct 26, 2026.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to visit our career site and apply for the position:
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