WPS—A health solutions company
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Principal SOC Analyst
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WPS—A health solutions company . 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 Range $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 be able 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. How do I know this opportunity is right for me?
Enjoy leading 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. Minimally Qualified Requirements
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 SIEM platforms with log correlation, alert tuning, and threat detection strategies; applying the MITRE ATT&CK framework and aligning operations with standards such as NIST, CMMC, and MAC-ARS controls in regulated environments. Solid 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. Skills in security policy development, technical documentation, and diagramming tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart). Preferred Qualifications
Experience on federal contracts in a highly security-conscious environment, e.g., CMMC or MAC-ARS controls. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CISM. Remote Work Requirements
High-speed cable or fiber internet Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream 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: https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/fulltime_benefits.shtml About WPS
WPS, a health solutions company, is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. We serve individuals, families, seniors, and groups, process claims, provide customer support for Medicare beneficiaries, and manage benefits for military personnel. WPS is proud to be military and veteran ready. Culture
Culture drives our success. We strive to create an open, empowering employee experience that values diverse perspectives and fosters agility and innovation in high-performing teams. WPS is proud of its recognition for culture and workplace excellence. This position may from time to time provide support to federal health care programs and other regulated industries; individuals in this role may be subject to applicable federal regulations, agency contract requirements, and WPS internal policies, including standards for data security, privacy, confidentiality, and program integrity. WPS and its personnel are subject to mandatory enhanced screening and background investigation prior to access to information systems and sensitive data.
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Join to apply for the
Principal SOC Analyst
role at
WPS—A health solutions company . 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 Range $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 be able 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. How do I know this opportunity is right for me?
Enjoy leading 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. Minimally Qualified Requirements
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 SIEM platforms with log correlation, alert tuning, and threat detection strategies; applying the MITRE ATT&CK framework and aligning operations with standards such as NIST, CMMC, and MAC-ARS controls in regulated environments. Solid 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. Skills in security policy development, technical documentation, and diagramming tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart). Preferred Qualifications
Experience on federal contracts in a highly security-conscious environment, e.g., CMMC or MAC-ARS controls. Industry certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CISM. Remote Work Requirements
High-speed cable or fiber internet Minimum of 10 Mbps downstream and at least 1 Mbps upstream 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: https://www.wpshealthsolutions.com/careers/fulltime_benefits.shtml About WPS
WPS, a health solutions company, is a leading not-for-profit health insurer and federal government contractor headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. We serve individuals, families, seniors, and groups, process claims, provide customer support for Medicare beneficiaries, and manage benefits for military personnel. WPS is proud to be military and veteran ready. Culture
Culture drives our success. We strive to create an open, empowering employee experience that values diverse perspectives and fosters agility and innovation in high-performing teams. WPS is proud of its recognition for culture and workplace excellence. This position may from time to time provide support to federal health care programs and other regulated industries; individuals in this role may be subject to applicable federal regulations, agency contract requirements, and WPS internal policies, including standards for data security, privacy, confidentiality, and program integrity. WPS and its personnel are subject to mandatory enhanced screening and background investigation prior to access to information systems and sensitive data.
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