Tier 2 SOC Analyst

Job#: 2046955

Job Description:

Job Title: Tier 2 SOC Analyst

Location: Alexandria, VA (Fully Onsite)

Employment Type: 6-Month Contract to Hire

Client: Government

Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Job Description:

Seeking a highly skilled Tier 2 SOC Analyst to join our team, supporting a very mission-focused customer within the Department of Defense (DoD). This is a technical role that requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and hands-on experience with various security tools and platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze security events and incidents using Cisco IPS, Palo Alto firewalls, and Splunk.
• Conduct searches, queries, and create dashboards in Splunk to manage and respond to security incidents.
• Understand and analyze the TCP handshake and computer communication protocols.
• Handle regular incident response activities and provide technical support for security operations.
• Work with Linux and Windows operating systems to ensure the security and integrity of the network.

Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance.
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Security+ CE certifications.
• Proficiency in using Splunk for security monitoring and incident response.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP protocols and network communication.
• Experience with Cisco IPS and Palo Alto firewalls.

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, normal working hours.

Team Structure:

• 1-2 step team.

If interested, please apply here or send resume to [email protected]

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