Job description

MACOM (NASDAQ: MTSI) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced semiconductor products across a diverse range of end markets, including Data Centers, Telecommunications, Industrial and Aerospace and Defense. We develop innovative, cutting-edge technologies and products across the spectrum of radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave, photonics and high-speed analog technologies. Our solutions support critical network infrastructure applications like artificial intelligence, high performance computing, satellite communications, radar, unmanned aerial vehicles, medical equipment, test and measurement and advanced wireless networks. MACOM has more than 75 years of expertise in semiconductor process development, wafer fabrication, circuit design, advanced packaging, systems architecture and applications engineering. We are committed to our customers’ success. We partner with customers to help solve their most challenging problems by providing semiconductor solutions that are at the forefront of the highest power, highest frequency and/or highest data rates. Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure! About the Role We are seeking a SOC Analyst to serve as a Tier 2 escalation point within our Security Operations Center. You will investigate and respond to security alerts escalated by our managed detection and response (MDR) partner, handle incidents from triage through closure, and help mature our detection and response processes. Responsibilities • Investigate and respond to alerts escalated from our MDR partner • Perform incident triage, scoping, containment, and documentation • Analyze activity across endpoint, SIEM, email, identity, and network telemetry • Tune detections to reduce false positives • Write and maintain runbooks and investigation procedures • Participate in tabletop exercises and post-incident reviews Required Qualifications • 1–3 years of experience in security operations or incident response • Hands-on experience with an enterprise EDR platform and a SIEM • Working knowledge of Windows, Active Directory/Entra ID, and common attack techniques • Experience with phishing analysis and email authentication (SPF, DKIM,DMARC) • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, proxies) • Clear written and verbal communication skills • Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to controlled and export-restricted information Preferred Qualifications • Experience with CrowdStrike, Google SecOps, Microsoft Defender, or similar tools • Experience working alongside an MDR provider • Familiarity with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, or DFARS environments • Scripting experience in Python or PowerShell • Certifications such as GCIH, CySA+, BTL1, or Security+ EEO: MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law. Reasonable Accommodation: MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation with respect to any part of the application process, please call +1-978-656-2500 or email HR_Ops@MACOM.com. Provide your name, phone number and the position title and location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed, and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request or need reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Salary Range The Salary Range for this position is $63,000 – $104,000. Actual salary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to, work location, relevant candidates’ experience, education, and specific knowledge, skills, and abilities. Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to: • Health, dental, and vision insurance. • Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan. • Paid time off. • Professional development opportunities.

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Leading technologies, innovative products and driven employees. Come be a part of MACOM and help advance the next generation of connectivity infrastructure!
Investigate and respond to alerts escalated from our MDR partner
Perform incident triage, scoping, containment, and documentation
Analyze activity across endpoint, SIEM, email, identity, and network telemetry
Tune detections to reduce false positives
Write and maintain runbooks and investigation procedures
Participate in tabletop exercises and post-incident reviews
1–3 years of experience in security operations or incident response
Hands-on experience with an enterprise EDR platform and a SIEM
Working knowledge of Windows, Active Directory/Entra ID, and common attack techniques
Experience with phishing analysis and email authentication (SPF, DKIM,DMARC)
Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, proxies)
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to controlled and export-restricted information
Benefits: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:
Professional development opportunities.

Nice-to-haves

Experience with CrowdStrike, Google SecOps, Microsoft Defender, or similar tools
Experience working alongside an MDR provider
Familiarity with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, or DFARS environments
Scripting experience in Python or PowerShell
Certifications such as GCIH, CySA+, BTL1, or Security+

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401(K)

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