WPS—A health solutions company
Overview
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Role Snapshot: As a key member of the Security Operations Center (SOC), our Principal SOC Analyst serves as the first line of defense in WPS’s highly secure and regulatory-compliant environment, delivering innovative solutions. This senior analyst leads and mentors other SOC analysts, develops and optimizes monitoring tools and procedures, and ensures clear, effective communication with auditors and business stakeholders. This role guides complex security initiatives, responds to incidents, and drives continuous improvement across SOC operations. Salary
$125,000 ~ $160,000. The base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on your job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Work Location
Our first consideration will be to have this new employee live in the state of Wisconsin to take advantage of Hybrid work and collaboration. Employees within 45 miles of WPS Headquarters (1717 W. Broadway in Madison, WI) will be expected to work Hybrid 3 days a week on a regular basis. As a secondary consideration, we do offer remote work in the following approved states: Colorado Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Iowa Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nebraska New Jersey North Carolina Ohio South Carolina Texas Virginia Wisconsin Responsibilities and what to expect
Lead security incident response by managing the end-to-end process, including preparation, detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis. Coordinate testing, simulations, and training exercises to ensure team readiness. Provide expert-level guidance and mentorship to SOC analysts, fostering skill development, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement in threat detection and response capabilities. Design, implement, and maintain SOC monitoring solutions, tools, and procedures to enhance threat visibility, detection accuracy, and operational efficiency. Represent the SOC function in audits, vendor discussions, cross-functional meetings, and other engagements, ensuring clear communication of security posture and operational effectiveness. Develop, review, and maintain comprehensive SOC documentation, including SOPs, incident handling playbooks, and monitoring protocols to support operational consistency and compliance. Serve in an on-call capacity to support the SOC and Incident Response Manager during security incidents, ensuring timely escalation, coordination, and resolution of critical events outside of regular business hours. Minimum Qualifications
U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent education and/or relevant work experience. 7 or more years of progressive cybersecurity experience, with strong expertise in SOC activities, including incident detection, analysis, containment, and recovery in complex enterprise environments. Experience in Security Operations Center activities, including: Proficient with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms, including log correlation, alert tuning, and threat detection strategies. Experienced in applying the MITRE ATT&CK framework and aligning security operations with standards such as NIST, CMMC, and MAC-ARS controls in regulated environments. Strong technical background in network security, cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure), and emerging AI/ML security principles for threat mitigation and SOC automation. Working knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) and foundational skills in AI integration to enhance SOC processes. Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively. Skilled in security policy development, technical documentation, and diagramming tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart). Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on federal contracts in a highly security-conscious environment, i.e., experience with CMMC or MAC-ARS controls. Industry certifications could include: CISSP, CCSP, or CISM. Remote Work Requirements
High speed cable or fiber internet Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection Please review Remote Worker FAQs for additional information Benefits
Remote and hybrid work options available Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities 401(k) with a 100% match for the first 3% of your salary and a 50% match for the next 2% (100% vested immediately) Competitive paid time off Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1 Professional and Leadership Development Programs Review additional benefits at the provided link Who We Are
WPS, a health solutions company, is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS has been making healthcare easier for the people we serve for nearly 80 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready. Culture Drives Our Success
WPS’ culture is where the great work and innovations of our people are seen, fueled and rewarded. We create an open and empowering employee experience, valuing engagement and diverse perspectives to fuel agility and innovation on high-performing teams. We are proud of the recognition we have received from local and national organizations regarding our culture and workplace. Sign up for Job Alerts and follow us on social media channels: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and WPS Health Blog. This position may from time to time provide support to federal health care programs and other governmental or regulated industries. In accordance with law and contractual requirements, individuals in this role may be subject to all applicable federal regulations, agency contract requirements, and WPS internal policies, including data security, privacy, confidentiality, and program integrity. WPS and its personnel are subject to mandatory enhanced screening and background investigation prior to being granted access to information systems and/or sensitive data.
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1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Role Snapshot: As a key member of the Security Operations Center (SOC), our Principal SOC Analyst serves as the first line of defense in WPS’s highly secure and regulatory-compliant environment, delivering innovative solutions. This senior analyst leads and mentors other SOC analysts, develops and optimizes monitoring tools and procedures, and ensures clear, effective communication with auditors and business stakeholders. This role guides complex security initiatives, responds to incidents, and drives continuous improvement across SOC operations. Salary
$125,000 ~ $160,000. The base pay offered for this position may vary within the posted range based on your job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Work Location
Our first consideration will be to have this new employee live in the state of Wisconsin to take advantage of Hybrid work and collaboration. Employees within 45 miles of WPS Headquarters (1717 W. Broadway in Madison, WI) will be expected to work Hybrid 3 days a week on a regular basis. As a secondary consideration, we do offer remote work in the following approved states: Colorado Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Iowa Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nebraska New Jersey North Carolina Ohio South Carolina Texas Virginia Wisconsin Responsibilities and what to expect
Lead security incident response by managing the end-to-end process, including preparation, detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis. Coordinate testing, simulations, and training exercises to ensure team readiness. Provide expert-level guidance and mentorship to SOC analysts, fostering skill development, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement in threat detection and response capabilities. Design, implement, and maintain SOC monitoring solutions, tools, and procedures to enhance threat visibility, detection accuracy, and operational efficiency. Represent the SOC function in audits, vendor discussions, cross-functional meetings, and other engagements, ensuring clear communication of security posture and operational effectiveness. Develop, review, and maintain comprehensive SOC documentation, including SOPs, incident handling playbooks, and monitoring protocols to support operational consistency and compliance. Serve in an on-call capacity to support the SOC and Incident Response Manager during security incidents, ensuring timely escalation, coordination, and resolution of critical events outside of regular business hours. Minimum Qualifications
U.S. citizenship is required for this position due to Department of Defense restrictions. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent education and/or relevant work experience. 7 or more years of progressive cybersecurity experience, with strong expertise in SOC activities, including incident detection, analysis, containment, and recovery in complex enterprise environments. Experience in Security Operations Center activities, including: Proficient with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms, including log correlation, alert tuning, and threat detection strategies. Experienced in applying the MITRE ATT&CK framework and aligning security operations with standards such as NIST, CMMC, and MAC-ARS controls in regulated environments. Strong technical background in network security, cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure), and emerging AI/ML security principles for threat mitigation and SOC automation. Working knowledge of scripting languages (PowerShell, Python) and foundational skills in AI integration to enhance SOC processes. Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively. Skilled in security policy development, technical documentation, and diagramming tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart). Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on federal contracts in a highly security-conscious environment, i.e., experience with CMMC or MAC-ARS controls. Industry certifications could include: CISSP, CCSP, or CISM. Remote Work Requirements
High speed cable or fiber internet Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream internet connection Please review Remote Worker FAQs for additional information Benefits
Remote and hybrid work options available Performance bonus and/or merit increase opportunities 401(k) with a 100% match for the first 3% of your salary and a 50% match for the next 2% (100% vested immediately) Competitive paid time off Health insurance, dental insurance, and telehealth services start DAY 1 Professional and Leadership Development Programs Review additional benefits at the provided link Who We Are
WPS, a health solutions company, is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. WPS offers health insurance plans for individuals, families, seniors and group health plans for small to large businesses. We process claims and provide customer support for beneficiaries of the Medicare program and manage benefits for millions of active-duty and retired military personnel across the U.S. and abroad. WPS has been making healthcare easier for the people we serve for nearly 80 years. Proud to be military and veteran ready. Culture Drives Our Success
WPS’ culture is where the great work and innovations of our people are seen, fueled and rewarded. We create an open and empowering employee experience, valuing engagement and diverse perspectives to fuel agility and innovation on high-performing teams. We are proud of the recognition we have received from local and national organizations regarding our culture and workplace. Sign up for Job Alerts and follow us on social media channels: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and WPS Health Blog. This position may from time to time provide support to federal health care programs and other governmental or regulated industries. In accordance with law and contractual requirements, individuals in this role may be subject to all applicable federal regulations, agency contract requirements, and WPS internal policies, including data security, privacy, confidentiality, and program integrity. WPS and its personnel are subject to mandatory enhanced screening and background investigation prior to being granted access to information systems and/or sensitive data.
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