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In this role, you will take full operational ownership of incident monitoring, detection, and response across our network, endpoints, and email environments. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in Palo Alto Networks infrastructure, deep operational experience with EDR/XDR platforms, and proven capability in mitigating email-borne threats. This role will also leverage AI-assisted security tools and automation to improve threat analysis, accelerate investigations, streamline repetitive tasks, and enhance overall SOC efficiency.\nLocation: Irving,Texas- Hybrid (3 days a week onsite)\nWork Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Shermco does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.\nResponsibilities\nSOC Ownership & Incident Response: Lead daily SOC monitoring, alert triage, log analysis, and incident investigations. 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PCNSE certification is a strong plus.\nEDR/XDR Mastery: Direct experience managing enterprise EDR platforms (e.g., Palo Alto Cortex XDR, CrowdStrike, Defender for Endpoint, SentinelOne).\nEmail Gateway Management: Proven experience configuring and tuning advanced email security platforms (e.g., Proofpoint, Mimecast, Defender for Office 365, Abnormal).\nTechnical Depth: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, DNS, active directory/identity access concepts, and common attack vectors (MITRE ATT&CK framework).\nSoft Skills: Calm under pressure during active incidents, strong technical troubleshooting abilities, and clear communication skills when reporting risks to IT leadership.\n\nPreferred Certifications\nPalo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)\nGIAC Certifications (GCIH, GCFA, or GCDA)\nCompTIA Security+ or CySA+\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER | DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE\nShermco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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