Junior SOC Analyst - SIEM & IR Focus

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company in the United States is seeking an entry-level cybersecurity analyst to monitor security tools, triage alerts, and document investigations. You will work with IT, operations, compliance, and risk teams to uphold DHMS IT cybersecurity requirements and maintain incident records.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 0–3 years of experience, and a current Secret clearance. Citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
• 0–3 years of experience in cybersecurity or related IT security activities
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and attack methods
• Ability to review security alerts and logs and escalate findings
• Strong written communication and organizational skills
• Current Secret clearance and US citizenship are required

Responsibilities

• Monitor SIEM queues and alerts from security tools to identify suspicious activity
• Perform initial alert triage by reviewing severity and evidence
• Review logs to identify patterns and establish incident scope
• Follow incident response playbooks and document investigation steps
• Assist senior analysts with security assessments and mitigation verification
• Maintain incident records with evidence and actions
• Coordinate with IT, operations, compliance, and risk teams to support security requirements

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT

Tools

SIEM

Firewall

IDS/IPS

Endpoint security tools

Job description

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company in the United States is seeking an entry-level cybersecurity analyst to monitor security tools, triage alerts, and document investigations. You will work with IT, operations, compliance, and risk teams to uphold DHMS IT cybersecurity requirements and maintain incident records.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field, 0–3 years of experience, and a current Secret clearance. Citizenship is required.