Junior SOC Operations Analyst (DoD TS Clearance)

MartinFederal Consulting, LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MartinFed is seeking a Junior SOC Operations Analyst to join the Watch-Floor team in a shift-based role. You will monitor networks, respond to threats, and conduct forensics to support incident response in a fast-paced SOC environment.

The role requires a U.S. citizen with a DoD Top Secret clearance and a Bachelor's degree in a related field, plus at least 1 year of cybersecurity experience and familiarity with Splunk Enterprise Security. GIAC certs are preferred, and 24/7 shift work is expected.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with a DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in cybersecurity or threat intelligence.
• Experience using Splunk Enterprise Security for threat detection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor computer networks to identify and respond to security threats in real time.
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents and breaches to determine their cause and impact.
• Document security breaches and support efforts to contain, remediate, and prevent recurrence.
• Perform security assessments, including vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Recommend and implement best practices for system security enhancements.
• Install, configure, and manage security software, firewalls, and encryption protocols.
• Conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems, including imaging, data recovery, and timeline analysis.
• Support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs) with cyber defense operations and technical summaries.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Security monitoring

Vulnerability assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Splunk Enterprise Security

Microsoft Sentinel

GIAC GMON

GIAC GCIH

GIAC GCFA

GIAC GCIA

GIAC GNFA

Job description

Company OverviewFounded in 2007 in Huntsville, AL, MartinFed provides the U.S. government with customer-focused, performance-based solutions using technology and an empowered workforce as an engine to drive its customers' missions. Our goal is to attract the best and brightest within their field.

We Invest In Our People Because They Are Our Greatest Asset. They Cultivate Our Purpose, Embody And Reflect Our Core Values, And Define Our Culture. MartinFed's Core Values That Set Us Apart Are The Following

• Be Driven - We are fueled by the hunger to learn more and do more.
• Be Curious - We engage in continuous improvement - never accepting the status quo.
• Be Humble - We seek honest feedback to strengthen our relationships.
• Pursue Excellence - We strive to achieve extraordinary results and do not settle for mediocrity.

Strive for excellence and consider joining our growing team today!

Job Overview

MartinFed has an opening for a highly motivated Junior SOC Operations Analyst to join our Watch-Floor team in a shift-based role. This position is vital to our Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring continuous vigilance over our network environment and rapid response to cyber threats.

Essential Functions

• Monitor computer networks to identify and respond to security threats in real time.
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents and breaches to determine their cause and impact.
• Document security breaches and support efforts to contain, remediate, and prevent recurrence.
• Perform security assessments, including vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Recommend and implement best practices for system security enhancements.
• Install, configure, and manage security software, firewalls, and encryption protocols.
• Conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems, including imaging, data recovery, and timeline analysis.
• Support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs) with cyber defense operations and technical summaries.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with a DoD Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in cybersecurity or threat intelligence.
• Experience using Splunk Enterprise Security for threat detection and analysis.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel.
• One or more of the following GIAC certifications:
  • GIAC Continuous Monitoring (GMON)
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
  • GIAC Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
  • GIAC Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
  • GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)

Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions

• 24/7 rotational shift work (including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed)
• Working on a computer for long periods of time.
• May involve long period of sitting at a desk.
• The work environment is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

MartinFed is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. In addition to federal law requirements, MartinFed complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access MartinFed's current openings as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 855.212.1810. Thank you for your interest in MartinFed.

Please Note:

All positions at MartinFed are contingent upon passing a background check prior to a start date and are subject to random drug screenings during the employment period. In addition, MartinFed is an E-Verify employer.