Protect What Matters. Launch Your Cybersecurity Career with Meridian! Meridian is looking for a SOC Cyber Security Analyst I to join our growing Security Operations Center (SOC) team. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to gain hands-on experience defending real-world networks, working with cutting-edge technology, and collaborating with experienced security professionals. This role operates on a 4 – day, 10-hour shift schedule which will include overnight hours (7pm- 7am) as part of a 24/7 SOC operation. At Meridian, you won’t just monitor alerts—you’ll be a critical part of a team that protects organizations from evolving cyber threats. What You’ll Do As a SOC Cyber Security Analyst I, you will:

• Monitor and analyze network traffic, logs, and alerts to detect potential security threats
• Use advanced security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, and more) to investigate incidents
• Triage security events, assess severity, and escalate when needed
• Respond to client inquiries and provide technical support with a customer-first mindset
• Follow incident response procedures to contain and remediate threats quickly
• Correlate data from multiple systems to identify suspicious behavior
• Assist in identifying vulnerabilities and analyzing emerging threats
• Configure and troubleshoot security tools and monitoring systems
• Document findings, incidents, and remediation steps clearly and accurately
• Stay current with cybersecurity trends and continuously build your expertise

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT (internships count!)

Technical Knowledge (Foundational Level)

• Familiarity with security technologies: firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, SIEM
• Basic understanding of networking protocols (HTTP, SSH, SMB, LDAP, FTP)
• Exposure to Windows and Linux environments
• Knowledge of security concepts like vulnerabilities, exploits, and attack patterns
• Experience or coursework using tools like Wireshark, tcpdump, Splunk, or Elasticsearch

What Makes You Stand Out

• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to follow processes in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Curiosity and passion for learning about cybersecurity
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and stay organized

What We Offer

• Outstanding Medical/Dental/Vision
• Education/Training Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health/Wellness Reimbursement
• Excellent Life and AD&D insurance
• Paid Time Off: Eligible to begin accrual from date of hire; accrual amount based on years of service. Beginning accrual rate equivalent to 22 days per year. 9 holidays which include the day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve. Up to 240 hours of PTO can roll over to the following year.
• Volunteer Time: 8 hours per year
• Retirement: Robust 401K. Following one year of eligible service, the Company contributes in two ways: (1) match of 100% of each dollar you contribute on the first five percent (5%) of eligible compensation, and (2) Employer basic contribution of 4% of base salary (with increases in basic contribution percentage based on years of service). Employees are 100% vested in Company funded contributions from the date they enter the plan.

About Us

We were formed in 1976 by a group of Electric Membership Cooperatives with a vision for a single enterprise solution provider to serve data processing, IT, and operational needs to cooperatives, public utility districts, and municipal utilities. Through carefully curated acquisitions and partnerships, Meridian Cooperative has unified multiple leading-edge companies under its umbrella to truly execute that vision. Today, the Meridian Suite serves over 500 utilities across the country with industry-leading enterprise software solutions. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a company that helps utilities (and their communities) thrive.