Senior Security Operations Analyst

Voleon is a technology company that applies state-of-the-art AI and machine learning techniques to real-world problems in finance. For nearly two decades, we have led our industry and worked at the frontier of applying AI/ML to investment management. We have become a multibillion-dollar asset manager, and we have ambitious goals for the future. Your colleagues will include internationally recognized experts in artificial intelligence and machine learning research as well as highly experienced finance and technology professionals. The people who shape our company come from other backgrounds, including concert music performances, humanitarian aid, opera singing, sports writing, and BMX racing. You will be part of a team that loves to succeed together. In addition to our enriching and collegial working environment, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits packages, technology talks by our experts, a beautiful modern office, daily catered lunches, and more. As a Senior Security Operations Analyst, you will be a key contributor to Voleon's security operations, bringing experience and leadership to our SOC. You will handle complex security incidents, mentor junior team members, and help drive strategic improvements to our security posture. This role offers significant growth opportunities and the chance to shape the future of security operations at a leading quantitative investment firm. This role is open to remote work in the US or hybrid in our Berkeley office. Responsibilities • Lead complex security incident investigations and coordinate response efforts across multiple teams • Perform advanced threat hunting, detection engineering, and security analytics to identify sophisticated attacks • Mentor junior analysts and contribute to training programs and knowledge sharing initiatives • Design and implement security monitoring improvements, playbooks, and automation solutions • Collaborate with Security Engineers to enhance detection capabilities and reduce false positives • Participate in security architecture discussions and provide operational input on security tool selection • Lead on-call rotation responsibilities and serve as escalation point for complex security events • Contribute to threat intelligence analysis and help develop proactive defense strategies • Support compliance and audit activities, ensuring proper documentation and evidence collection • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance SOC efficiency and effectiveness Requirements • 5+ years of experience in security operations, incident response, or related cybersecurity roles • Strong expertise with SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, and security orchestration tools • Proven experience in threat hunting, malware analysis, and advanced persistent threat investigation • Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for security operations • Deep understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and attack methodologies • Experience with cloud security monitoring and incident response (AWS, GCP, Azure) • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities with excellent communication skills • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple complex investigations simultaneously Preferred Qualifications • Advanced security certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, CISSP, or equivalent • Experience with threat intelligence platforms and frameworks (MITRE framework, STIX/TAXII) • Background in digital forensics, reverse engineering, or red team/purple team activities • Experience with security compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST) • Knowledge of financial services security requirements and regulations • Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field Compensation The base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $185,000 in the location(s) of this posting. Individual salaries are determined through a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. Base salary does not include other forms of total compensation, such as bonus compensation and other benefits. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D insurance, 20 days of paid time off, 9 sick days, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. “Friends of Voleon” Candidate Referral Program If you have a great candidate in mind for this role and would like to have the potential to earn $15,000 if your referred candidate is successfully hired and employed by The Voleon Group, please use this form to submit your referral. For more details regarding eligibility, terms, and conditions, please review the Voleon Referral Bonus Program. Equal Opportunity Employer The Voleon Group is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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