SOC Analyst

ID.me is the next-generation digital identity wallet that simplifies how individuals securely prove their identity online. Consumers can verify their identity with ID.me once and seamlessly login across websites without having to create a new login and verify their identity again. Over 152 million users experience streamlined login and identity verification with ID.me at 20 federal agencies, 45 state government agencies, and 70+ healthcare organizations. More than 600+ consumer brands use ID.me to verify communities and user segments to honor service and build more authentic relationships. ID.me’s technology meets the federal standards for consumer authentication set by the Commerce Department and is approved as a NIST 800-63-3 IAL2 / AAL2 credential service provider by the Kantara Initiative. ID.me is committed to “No Identity Left Behind” to enable all people to have a secure digital identity. To learn more, visit https://network.id.me/.

ID.me is a full-time, in-office culture. Unless a specific job description explicitly states otherwise, all roles are on-site five days per week at one of our offices in McLean, VA; Mountain View, CA; New York City, NY; or Tampa, FL. Certain roles — such as field-based sales or other remote-by-design positions — may have different work arrangements as noted in their individual postings.

At ID.me, we embrace the thoughtful use of AI tools in our daily work and there are even occasions where we leverage AI in our hiring process. However, during the interview process, we want to understand your individual skills and experiences. Therefore, we have guidelines on how AI can be appropriately used during your application and interviews which can be found here.

ID.me is seeking a developing SOC Analyst to join our growing Security Operations team. This role is ideal for an early-career cybersecurity professional who wants hands-on experience monitoring, investigating, and responding to security threats in a modern cloud environment. You’ll work closely with experienced analysts who will support your growth while you help protect ID.me’s digital identity platform.

• →Monitor and analyze security alerts using tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR.
• →Perform initial triage and investigation of security incidents, escalating as needed.
• →Assist in responding to threats such as phishing, malware, and suspicious network or cloud activity.
• →Support incident response efforts, including containment and recovery activities.
• →Conduct basic threat hunting and IOC analysis under senior analyst guidance.
• →Help maintain and improve security documentation, playbooks, and SOPs.
• →Collaborate with IT, Cloud, and DevOps teams to support security best practices.
  Participate in ongoing training and learning to build skills in incident response, threat intelligence, and detection engineering.

• 1–2 years of experience in information security, IT, or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of security concepts such as threat detection, incident response, and networking.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Chronicle) and endpoint or network security tools.
• Basic knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly within a team.

• Exposure to scripting or automation (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Familiarity with threat intelligence, basic forensics, or vulnerability management.
• Security certifications such as Security+, CEH, or similar.

• Use AI-assisted tools (including LLMs) to support alert triage, investigation, and documentation.
• Assist in evaluating AI-driven detections and automations to improve SOC efficiency.
• Learn best practices for securely using generative AI in security operations.
  
  

• Passion for cybersecurity and protecting digital identities.
• Curiosity, coachability, and a strong desire to learn.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to share knowledge.
• Proactive approach to skill development and problem-solving.

Candidates must be located in the continental United States.

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your interest in cybersecurity and career goals to [Insert Application Link or Email].