Cybersecurity – SOC Analyst – L1 (AI-Assisted Monitoring)
Role: SOC Analyst – L1
Experience: 7+ Years
Open Positions: 1
About Clearwater Paper
Clearwater Paper is a premier manufacturer of quality consumer tissue, away-from-home tissue, parent rolls, and bleached paperboard. We are currently transitioning into a tech-forward manufacturing leader, leveraging cutting-edge solutions to drive efficiency and security across our operations.
At Clearwater Paper, we value high-performing talent—individuals who are self-driven, curious about emerging technologies like AI, and ready to be embedded as core members of our engineering and security teams. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts our operational excellence and long-term resilience.
Role Summary
We are seeking a SOC Analyst (L1) to join our security operations team within an AI-enhanced monitoring environment. In this role, you will work alongside automated systems that assist in alert triage. You will act as Clearwater Paper's first line of defense, ensuring the accurate validation, documentation, and escalation of security events to protect our manufacturing and corporate infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Continuous Monitoring: Actively monitor security alerts generated by SIEM and AI-driven alerting systems.
- Alert Triage: Perform the initial triage and validation of security alerts to distinguish between false positives and genuine threats.
- Incident Escalation: Promptly escalate confirmed security incidents to L2 analysts or the SOC Lead for further investigation and remediation.
- Operational Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all alerts, findings, and subsequent actions taken within the ticketing system.
- Optimization: Continuously contribute to refining alert quality and reducing noise through proactive feedback loops with the engineering team.
- Compliance: Adhere to established security frameworks and incident classification protocols.
Required Experience & Skills
- Industry Experience: 7+ years of professional experience in a SOC or Security Monitoring environment.
- SIEM Expertise: High level of familiarity with SIEM tools, with a strong preference for Splunk.
- Endpoint & Vulnerability Tools: A solid understanding of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platforms—specifically CrowdStrike—and general vulnerability management tools.
- Operational Discipline: Exceptional attention to detail and a disciplined approach to security operations and reporting.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively report findings to US-based stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- AI Integration: Previous exposure to AI-driven monitoring environments or automated orchestration (SOAR).
- Framework Knowledge: A deep understanding of industry-standard security frameworks and precise incident classification.
Operational Requirements
- Working Hours: This role operates during EST business hours to ensure seamless alignment with US stakeholders.
- Availability: Must be available for 24x7 escalation support as needed for critical security events.
- Location/Positions: 1 Open Position.
Why Join Clearwater Paper
This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional manual monitoring. You will be at the forefront of our digital transformation, utilizing AI-assisted tools to stay ahead of modern cyber threats while working for a company that values high performance and technological curiosity.
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