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Senior Data Engineer

Overland Park, KS · Hybrid

$104K - $142K/yr

Senior Data Engineer Senior Data Engineer Hybrid 1: This role requires associates to be in-office1 ... Perform capacity analysis; recommend and implement capacity increases for data platform performance ...

Senior Data Engineer

Leawood, KS · Hybrid

$103K - $140K/yr

Senior Data Engineer Hybrid 1: This role requires associates to be in-office1 - 2days per week ... Perform capacity analysis; recommend and implement capacity increases for data platform performance ...

Threat Monitor Lead

Overland Park, KS · On-site

$73K - $182K/yr

... and will report to the Associate Director overseeing Intelligence and Analysis. Key ... Act as liaison between the SOC and the GP&S Intelligence team * Help establish monitoring ...

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How much do associate soc analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate soc analyst in Kansas is $65,688.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,900.00 and $72,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate SOC analyst?

An Associate SOC (Security Operations Center) Analyst is an entry-level cybersecurity professional responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats. They analyze alerts from security tools, investigate potential incidents, and escalate threats as needed. Their role helps protect an organization's systems and data from cyber-attacks by ensuring a swift response to security breaches. Strong analytical skills, knowledge of security tools, and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an associate SOC analyst?

As an Associate SOC Analyst, your day-to-day responsibilities typically involve monitoring security alerts, investigating potential threats, documenting incidents, and escalating issues according to established procedures. You’ll work closely with senior analysts, IT staff, and occasionally other departments to help coordinate response efforts and maintain system security. Routine activities may include reviewing logs, performing initial triage of incidents, and contributing to ongoing security improvements. This role is collaborative and detail-oriented, providing essential frontline support to safeguard organizational networks against cyber threats.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate SOC analyst?

To excel as an Associate SOC Analyst, you need foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, incident detection, and analysis, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Cisco's CCNA Security. Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, intrusion detection systems, and ticketing platforms is highly valuable in this role. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication are important soft skills to effectively interpret security alerts and collaborate within a team. These skills ensure thorough monitoring, timely response to threats, and effective coordination that help protect organizational assets.

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Cyber - Palo Alto SecOps - Senior Consultant

Deloitte

Wichita, KS • On-site

Other

Posted 6 days ago


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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the evolving challenges and opportunities organizations face in cybersecurity. Join our Cyber practice to help clients navigate a dynamic threat landscape through solutions and managed services that simplify complexity and strengthen resilience. In this role, you will support Next-Generation Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities, including platforms such as Cortex XSIAM, to help clients operate with confidence and proactively manage cyber risk.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Palo Alto SecOps, Senior Consultant on the Cyber Defense & Resilience team, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading the design and deployment of Next-Generation SOC platforms, including Cortex XSIAM, advanced detection rules, security information and event management (SIEM) ingestion, and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) playbooks
  • Integrating log and telemetry sources to support data quality, normalization, and operational visibility
  • Developing and optimizing automated response workflows for incident containment and remediation
  • Advising clients on threat detection use cases, automation strategies, and SOC platform capabilities
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance solutions, incorporate threat intelligence, and present findings and recommendations to client stakeholders

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Our Cyber Defense & Resilience offering helps clients defend against advanced threats by transforming security operations through monitoring technologies, data analytics, and threat intelligence. The team helps organizations manage dynamic attack surfaces and respond to cyber incidents and business disruptions with greater speed and consistency. Through this work, we help clients prepare for, respond to, and recover from cyber events.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or another technical field
  • 4+ years of experience in cloud, network, or identity security, including 3+ years working with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, and native security tools
  • 3+ years of experience with Security Operations tools and platforms, including Cortex XSIAM, Cortex XDR, Splunk, or similar security information and event management (SIEM) technologies
  • 3+ years of Security Operations Center experience in detection engineering, automation and playbook development, SOC maturity, log source management, data normalization, data ingestion, and data manipulation
  • 3+ years of experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms such as Microsoft Defender, Cortex XDR, or CrowdStrike, and governance, risk, or compliance work using established frameworks; Palo Alto Networks PCNSE, Certified Cybersecurity Associate, or equivalent cybersecurity certification
  • Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred:

  • Experience with Palo Alto Networks solutions, including next-generation firewalls, Cortex, Prisma Cloud, Prisma Access, and XDR
  • Experience evaluating differences among Security Operations vendor platforms and SIEM technologies
  • Experience with scripting and playbook development in a SIEM, SOAR, or security platform
  • Experience with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), equal-cost multi-path routing (ECMP), and network segmentation in on-premise and cloud environments
  • Experience advising on solution design based on client use cases, requirements, and success criteria
  • Previous consulting experience and/or advanced cybersecurity or network engineering certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $105,400 to $207,800.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.


Qualifications:

Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the evolving challenges and opportunities organizations face in cybersecurity. Join our Cyber practice to help clients navigate a dynamic threat landscape through solutions and managed services that simplify complexity and strengthen resilience. In this role, you will support Next-Generation Security Operations Center (SOC) capabilities, including platforms such as Cortex XSIAM, to help clients operate with confidence and proactively manage cyber risk.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.

Work you'll do

As a Palo Alto SecOps, Senior Consultant on the Cyber Defense & Resilience team, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading the design and deployment of Next-Generation SOC platforms, including Cortex XSIAM, advanced detection rules, security information and event management (SIEM) ingestion, and security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) playbooks
  • Integrating log and telemetry sources to support data quality, normalization, and operational visibility
  • Developing and optimizing automated response workflows for incident containment and remediation
  • Advising clients on threat detection use cases, automation strategies, and SOC platform capabilities
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance solutions, incorporate threat intelligence, and present findings and recommendations to client stakeholders

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Our Cyber Defense & Resilience offering helps clients defend against advanced threats by transforming security operations through monitoring technologies, data analytics, and threat intelligence. The team helps organizations manage dynamic attack surfaces and respond to cyber incidents and business disruptions with greater speed and consistency. Through this work, we help clients prepare for, respond to, and recover from cyber events.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or another technical field
  • 4+ years of experience in cloud, network, or identity security, including 3+ years working with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, and native security tools
  • 3+ years of experience with Security Operations tools and platforms, including Cortex XSIAM, Cortex XDR, Splunk, or similar security information and event management (SIEM) technologies
  • 3+ years of Security Operations Center experience in detection engineering, automation and playbook development, SOC maturity, log source management, data normalization, data ingestion, and data manipulation
  • 3+ years of experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) platforms such as Microsoft Defender, Cortex XDR, or CrowdStrike, and governance, risk, or compliance work using established frameworks; Palo Alto Networks PCNSE, Certified Cybersecurity Associate, or equivalent cybersecurity certification
  • Ability to travel 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
  • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred:

  • Experience with Palo Alto Networks solutions, including next-generation firewalls, Cortex, Prisma Cloud, Prisma Access, and XDR
  • Experience evaluating differences among Security Operations vendor platforms and SIEM technologies
  • Experience with scripting and playbook development in a SIEM, SOAR, or security platform
  • Experience with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), equal-cost multi-path routing (ECMP), and network segmentation in on-premise and cloud environments
  • Experience advising on solution design based on client use cases, requirements, and success criteria
  • Previous consulting experience and/or advanced cybersecurity or network engineering certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $105,400 to $207,800.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.


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