SOC Analyst (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

SOC Analyst (Cybersecurity): Monitoring and analyzing security events to identify and respond to potential incidents for the Federal Communications Commission with an accent on incident triage and log analysis. Focus on tuning detection rules, performing deep-dive investigations, and ensuring operational stability within a 24x7 environment.

Location: Remote (Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance)

Company

hirify.global provides specialized technical and cybersecurity support services for federal government agencies.

What you will do

• Monitor security events and alerts using SIEM and other monitoring tools.
• Analyze logs, alerts, and network traffic to identify potential security incidents.
• Perform incident triage, investigation, and escalation based on established procedures.
• Document incidents and response actions within ticketing systems.
• Identify false positives and tune detection rules to improve accuracy.
• Support vulnerability management and continuous improvement of SOC processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity operations or an incident response SOC environment.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, QRadar, or Sentinel.
• Knowledge of EDR tools and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CEH, or GSEC.