SOC Analyst I

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About Byline Bank Headquartered in Chicago, Byline Bank, a subsidiary of Byline Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE:BY), is a full‑service commercial bank serving small‑ and medium‑sized businesses, financial sponsors and consumers. Byline Bank has approximately $9.7 billion in assets and operates 45 branch locations throughout the Chicago and Milwaukee metropolitan areas. Byline Bank offers a broad range of commercial and community banking products and services, including small‑ticket equipment leasing solutions, and is one of the top U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) lenders according to the national SBA rankings by volume FY2024. Byline Bank is a member of FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. We take pride in being an award‑winning workplace. Some of our recent recognitions include: U.S. News & World Report named Byline Bank as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the Midwest, Finance & Overall in 2024‑2025, 2025‑2026. Chicago Sun‑Times Chicago’s Best Workplaces 2024. Best Workplaces in Illinois 2024 by Best Companies Group and Illinois SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management). Forbes America’s Best Small Employers 2023. By joining our team, you become part of an organization that values growth, collaboration, and innovation. We strive to create an environment where employees feel supported and are empowered to excel in their roles. If you’re looking for a career with a company that puts people first and makes a difference in the communities we serve, Byline Bank is the place for you. Objective Of Position The SOC Analyst I is responsible for helping the Information Security Operations Manager in protecting the confidentiality and integrity of customers, employees, and business information in compliance with organization policies and standards. The role focuses on monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats in real time. Duties And Responsibilities Ensures compliance with Information Security program, policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards. Assists with the maintenance and testing of the Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans. Monitors SIEM dashboards, investigates alerts, and escalates incidents as per SOC procedures. Documents incident‑response actions and maintains accurate SOC logs for compliance. Responds to security‑related events to invoke operational/security responses and/or actions as needed. Participates in risk assessments to identify and assess security risks of new, existing, or proposed infrastructure. Analyzes security incidents and assists in the escalation of security events in conjunction with the Bank Incident Response Plan. Advises management on potential new threats, recommends appropriate mitigations, and suggests user‑education initiatives for affected individuals or groups. Limited travel will be required in the Chicagoland area as needed to perform onsite inspections. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in information technology or cybersecurity required. 1+ years’ Information Security Analyst experience. Information Security certifications are preferred. Basic understanding of incident‑response frameworks and threat‑intelligence concepts. Familiarity with SIEM tools, EDR solutions, and log analysis. Knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention products. Knowledge of disaster recovery and business continuity components. Familiarity with data‑security frameworks, privacy laws, and regulations (FFIEC, FDIC, GLBA/SOX). Microsoft Office knowledge; Advanced Excel training, KQL, PowerShell, and other scripting skills highly desired. Performs cybersecurity training sessions for end users as needed. Strong communication, technical, analytical, and administrative skills. Self‑motivated, ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility. Effective time‑management skills with strong attention to detail. Excellent corporate work ethics (timely, respectful, and considerate to co‑workers, honest). Physical Demands/Work Environment Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office equipment. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices. We value work‑life flexibility and support a hybrid work environment for this position. This role allows for a combination of remote and in‑office work, with occasional visits to the office based on business needs. Specific in‑office days may vary and will be discussed during the interview process. Compensation & Benefits Byline Bank offers competitive industry‑rate salary bands with the goal of retaining and growing talented individuals. We regularly review and adjust our compensation structure as needed to ensure equity across teams and levels. The hourly rate for this position is between $29.32 to $36.53. In addition, Byline provides benefits including medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, paid time off, and much more Depending on the specific role, compensation may also include discretionary bonuses and other benefit programs. The actual compensation package may vary based on factors such as skill set, experience level, and candidate’s location. Additional Information Byline Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where the unique differences of our employees are welcomed, respected, and valued. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Byline Bank are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, protected veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Byline Bank will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Byline Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us directly at 773‑475‑2900, Option #2. If applying within the US, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Note To Recruitment Agencies And Third‑Party Recruiters Byline Bank kindly requests that third‑party recruiters, staffing agencies, and recruitment firms refrain from submitting resumes or candidate profiles without a prior agreement in place. Any unsolicited submissions will be considered property of Byline Bank, and no fees will be paid for placements resulting from such submissions. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Information Technology Industries Advertising Services #J-18808-Ljbffr