Job Details

Security Operations Center Analyst II

Position Number: 6764395
Location: Waco, TX
Position Type: Campus Safety and Police

Security Operations Center Analyst II

Job Identification: 19611
Posting Date: 12/02/2025, 04:21 PM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: 1111 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US
Degree Level:

Job Description:
What We're Looking For

Baylor University seeks Tier 2 - Tier 2 analysts are considered incident responders. The Tier 2 analysts will remediate serious attacks that are escalated from Tier 1 analysts by determining the scope of the attack, find all affected systems, and collect data for further analysis if needed. Tier 2 analysts assist Tier 1 analysts in resolving any incidents in the queue if not working on an escalation. Tier 2 analysts escalate incidents to Tier 3 analysts if they need assistance with the findings based on the severity of the incident.

An Associates Degree in Cyber Security or adequate certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and one year of relevant work experience are required. A Bachelors degree and three years of relevant experience experience in Security Operations or similar role is preferred. A combination of education and experience will not be considered in lieu of one another.

This position is a fully remote role that operates on a rotating shift schedule, offering flexibility while ensuring coverage across various time periods.

Required Qualifications

Rigorous and respectful of process. Strong attention to details.
Strong time management skills with the ability for multitasking
Information Security and operational oriented mind-set
IDS - SIEM - Log Management, Vulnerability scanning technologies
Intrusion and Information system corruption techniques
Knowledge of security policies for information systems
Autonomous and self-organized
Critical thinking and analytical skills
Great interpersonal and teamwork skills

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

Monitor security events received through alerts from SIEM or other security tools
Investigates deeper on the detected behaviors when an incident is escalated by the SOC level 1 analyst
Add context to the incident to understand the behavior, analyzing data from multiple tools and data sources
Participates to the crisis management by providing support to the incident handler and the SOC Tier 3 analysts
Create reports and visualizations of security attacks
Tracks trends for metrics and reporting
Works on the decrease of false positives
Maintain the detection rules database
Ability to comply with University policies and procedures
Maintain regular and punctual attendance

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $75,000 - $80,000. The full salary range for this position classification is $61,883.47 - $102,107.73.

This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certification, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!

About Us:
Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.

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