Security Operations Center Analyst

Brooksource

Atlanta (GA)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A government organization in Atlanta is looking for a SOC Analyst to contribute to cybersecurity efforts. The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience and expertise in tools like Splunk. Candidates should have a strong foundation in network security and be comfortable working on-site 1-2 days a week. This position offers a chance to impact public-sector services significantly, making it ideal for those passionate about cybersecurity.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience in SOC operations or a related cybersecurity role.
Hands-on expertise with Splunk and familiarity with additional SIEM platforms.
Strong foundational knowledge of network security and endpoint protection.

Responsibilities

Monitor and respond to cybersecurity alerts and incidents.
Investigate and document malicious activity and vulnerabilities.
Assist with threat hunting and defense strategies.

Skills

Splunk

Network security

Endpoint protection

Threat intelligence

Communication skills

Job description

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Professional Technical Recruiter at Brooksource | National Services Center

SOC Analyst

Location: Atlanta, GA — Hybrid (On-site 1–2 days/week)

Organization Type: Government Agency / Public Sector Entity

Position Type: Full-Time | Experienced (2+ years)

Overview

A government organization is seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to support its mission of protecting public-sector systems, data, and infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact by contributing to the security and resilience of services that affect communities across Georgia.

Responsibilities

Monitor, assess, and respond to cybersecurity alerts and incidents using Splunk and other SIEM tools
Investigate and document malicious activity, vulnerabilities, and intrusions
Assist with threat hunting and proactive defense strategies across IT environments
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify and address security gaps
Conduct Safeguard reviews of third-party vendors and contractors to ensure compliance with security standards
Stay up to date with evolving cyber threats and mitigation strategies

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience in SOC operations or a related cybersecurity role
Hands-on expertise with Splunk and familiarity with additional SIEM platforms
Strong foundational knowledge of network security, endpoint protection, and threat intelligence
Understanding of security compliance frameworks such as NIST or ISO
Clear and effective communication skills
Must reside in the Atlanta metro area and be available for on-site work 1–2 days per week

Preferred Skills

Experience supporting government or critical infrastructure systems
Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, or similar credentials

Eight Eleven Group (Brooksource) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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