Junior SOC Analyst

To be a family that uses our collective superpowers to do significant good. Bring your curiosity and investigative mindset to Master Electronics as a Jr SOC Analyst, where you’ll help protect the people, systems, and information that keep our business moving. As part of our Cybersecurity team, you’ll connect the dots behind security alerts, support incident response, and gain hands-on experience with modern security tools. You’ll build your skills through real-world challenges while developing a foundation for more advanced security responsibilities. If you enjoy digging into the details, asking questions, and learning something new, this could be your next step in cybersecurity. Pay Range: $28.00 - $35.00 / Hourly Location: Phoenix, AZ Work Authorization At this time, we do not offer employment visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. What you will do? Monitor and triage security alerts across the EDR/SIEM platform, email security gateway, and secure web gateway, escalating true positives per documented playbooks Perform first-pass phishing/email-threat triage (headers, links, attachments) and coordinate takedown/remediation with the team Monitor DMARC/SPF/DKIM posture via the team's DMARC monitoring platform and flag anomalies for follow-up Document all investigations, actions, and outcomes in the ticketing system with clear, audit-ready notes Support incident response under the direction of senior analysts: evidence collection, timeline building, and containment-action execution once approved Maintain and follow runbooks/playbooks; flag gaps or outdated steps back to the team Participate in on-call/shift rotation for after-hours alert coverage (rotation cadence TBD) Assist with routine access reviews, vulnerability-scan triage, and other recurring security hygiene tasks as assigned What you bring to the table! 0–2 years of experience in a security operations, IT, or helpdesk role with security exposure (internship or academic project experience considered) Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and common OS internals (Windows and macOS) Basic understanding of the attack lifecycle (phishing, malware, credential compromise) and common detection/response concepts Comfortable working in a fast-paced, alert-driven environment with strong attention to detail Clear written communication — this role produces documentation other analysts and auditors rely on Preferred Qualifications Exposure to any EDR/SIEM platform (CrowdStrike a plus). CompTIA Security+ or actively pursuing it Basic scripting (Python or PowerShell) for repetitive-task automation Coursework or certification in progress: CySA+, GFACT, or equivalent Why do you want to work with us? Stay Healthy: World-class and affordable insurance plans ensure you and your family stay healthy Secure Your Future: 401(k) match program where you are vested from day-one Invest in Your Education: Tuition assistance empowers you to further your education and career Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other incentives: Access to ComPsych, Healthcare Advocate, Working Advantage Discount Program, and more Enjoy Work-Life-Harmony: Paid holidays, PTO accrual, Floating Holiday, and supportive personal and parental leave policies Do Significant Good: Company-sponsored donation match 3 for 1, Volunteer Time Off (VTO) to give back to the community, and Employee Resource Groups Provide Additional Financial Security: Company-funded and voluntary AD&D Life Insurance for you and your loved ones If you want to learn more about our comprehensive benefits, visit: https://careers.masterelectronics.com/benefits-wellness Equal Opportunity Employer At Master Electronics, we thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where flexibility, professionalism, and a self-starter mindset aren’t just preferred—they’re essential. Headquartered in sunny Phoenix, AZ, we’re a leading global authorized distributor of electronic components, and have been proudly family-owned for over 50 years. What’s our secret? It’s simple: strong relationships, responsive service, and genuine added value. These principles have fueled our growth, allowing us to serve hundreds of thousands of customers in close partnership with world-class suppliers across the globe. We’re also deeply committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. Master Electronics is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, creed, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations in compliance with the ADA and other applicable laws, and we strictly prohibit harassment of any kind. This commitment applies to every part of our workplace—from recruitment and hiring to promotions, training, compensation, benefits, and even company events.