Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
SOC Analyst 1
Date published: Jun 30 2026
Location: Blue Ash / United States
Job category: Corporate
Work model: Work from Office
About Cognizant
Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, strengthen security posture, and protect critical information assets. Cognizant supports secure, resilient, and compliant operations across complex and regulated environments.
Role Summary
The SOC Analyst I is responsible for supporting day-to-day security operations by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events and incidents. This role works closely with other security team members to improve threat visibility, detect and prevent malicious activity, and protect organizational data, systems, and intellectual property.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate and analyze escalated security incidents, including malware, phishing, insider threats, and advanced threats.
- Support and participate in incident response activities across all phases of the incident lifecycle.
- Utilize SIEM, UEBA, and related security tools to analyze logs, correlate events, and identify suspicious activity.
- Conduct proactive threat hunting by identifying indicators of compromise and abnormal behavior patterns.
- Collaborate with security engineering teams to tune and optimize detection tools to improve effectiveness and reduce false positives.
- Perform forensic analysis to determine scope, impact, and root cause of security incidents.
- Partner with governance, risk, and compliance teams to prioritize and track remediation of identified vulnerabilities.
- Develop clear and detailed incident reports with analysis and recommendations.
- Contribute to incident response playbooks, processes, and security documentation.
- Collaborate with and support other SOC analysts through knowledge sharing and operational coordination.
- Identify opportunities to improve security monitoring, response processes, and overall security posture.
Required Qualifications
- 2–6 years of experience in security operations, incident response, SOC analysis, or related cybersecurity roles.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM and security analytics platforms.
- Ability to analyze complex security events and correlate multiple data sources.
- Working knowledge of threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring practices.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with security platforms such as Securonix, DLP solutions, EDR, and SOAR technologies.
- Scripting or automation experience (e.g., Python).
- Industry certifications such as Security+, GSEC, CySA+, or equivalent.
- Experience contributing to continuous improvement within a security operations environment.
Work Model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in our office in Blue Ash, Ohio. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Legal & Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Benefits that help you thrive and grow
Our benefits program is built with you in mind-so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.
Financial wellbeing
We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.
Physical and mental health
We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.
Your career, your way
With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities to explore new technologies, industries and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.
Real-world impact
Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.
Your path to Cognizant
Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.
Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity
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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter
If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.
Step 3: Show off your skills
If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.
Step 4: Decision time
Our team will then review each candidate’s potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us-but you can count on us to keep you updated.
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