Cyber Security Analyst (Middle)

TL;DR

Cyber Security Analyst (SOC): Monitoring and responding to active threats on customer networks with an accent on SIEM triage, threat hunting, and incident investigation. Focus on leveraging the MITRE ATT&CK framework, SOAR platforms, and security infrastructure to ensure organizational resilience.

Location: Must be a U.S. Citizen; role is based in Northern VA with telework flexibility.

Company

A veteran-owned small business recognized for its commitment to employee growth and delivering top-tier security services.

What you will do

• Monitor and analyze security events to identify risks and threats on customer networks.
• Utilize cyber hunt techniques to discover potential security violations.
• Implement and administer security tools, including firewalls and vulnerability management systems.
• Investigate and triage incidents using SIEM solutions like Splunk.
• Develop plans to safeguard information and ensure continuity of operations.
• Document investigative steps and coordinate with external teams.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-4 years of relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required for federal customer access.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise SIEM solutions, preferably Splunk.
• Working knowledge of networking principles, application protocols, and common operating systems.
• Basic understanding of Active Directory and LDAP.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Nice to have

• Bachelors Degree.
• Security+ or CISSP certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with twice-monthly pay.
• 100% of medical premiums covered by the company.
• 401k program with 100% company match on the first 4%.
• 3 weeks of PTO plus 11 paid holidays annually.
• Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and home internet costs.
• Investment in professional training and certifications.