**Position Details** Position Information **Requisition Number** Stu04964P **Home Org Name** Engineering Administration **Division Name** Samuel Ginn Col of Engineering **Position Title** McCrary Institute Undergraduate Security Operations Center Support **Working Title (if different from Position Title)** **Job Summary** The position of **Student Security Operations Center (SOC ) Support** within the McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security is responsible for supporting the Alabama Cybersecurity Intelligence Center (ACIC ) which provides managed cybersecurity services for multiple entities in detection and responding to security related events. This position will support daily security operations by leveraging relevant tools, technologies, processes, and procedures to ensure the safe and secure operation of networks and support response to information security related incidents and alerts. **Essential Functions** + Monitor security events, alerts, and logs from various security systems + Investigate and triage security incidents to determine severity, scope, and impact + Follow established incident response procedures and playbooks to mitigate and resolve incidents in a timely manner + Maintain accurate and detailed documentation related to security event analysis, actions taken, and resolutions for each event + Other Duties as assigned **Why Work at Auburn?** + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! **Minimum Qualifications** + Auburn University undergraduate student in good standing + Must be a U.S. citizen **Preferred Qualifications** + Strong written and spoken communication skills + Interest in Information Technology and Cybersecurity + Team player and willing to work in a team/group setting + Experience with IT Support, security monitoring, and/or incident detection and response + Knowledge of scripting languages and data analysis tools such as Splunk search processing Language (SPL ) + Problem solving mindset that desires to learn new things and excel daily + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow structured processes + Must have the ability to work 15 hours per week **Pay Rate** $15.00 - $20.00 per hour **Work Hours** 15-20 hours per week **City position is located in:** Auburn **State position is located:** Alabama Posting Detail Information **Posting Date** 01/15/2026 **Closing Date** **Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement** It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more. **Special Instructions to Applicants** **Quick Link for Internal Postings** https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57790 **Documents Needed to Apply** **Required Documents** 1. Resume **Optional Documents** 1. Cover Letter