Senior Cyber Defense Analyst - Federal 24/7 SOC

Otoe Missouria Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Otoe Missouria Group is seeking a Senior Security Operations Analyst in Washington, DC, to support federal cybersecurity operations. Responsibilities include continuous monitoring of security events, incident response execution, and ensuring alignment with federal cybersecurity standards. The ideal candidate should have over 6 years of experience in security operations, strong analytical skills, and relevant certifications. The position is full-time, on-site, and may require travel based on projects.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in security operations or incident response in a federal agency.
• CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA CySA+ certifications required.
• Hands-on experience in SOC analysis and log analysis across various environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform continuous monitoring and alert triage across enterprise systems.
• Execute incident response procedures to contain and eradicate threats.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers to enhance defensive capabilities.

Skills

Security operations

Incident response

Threat detection

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SIEM platforms

Threat detection tools

Cloud security monitoring

Job description

Otoe Missouria Group is seeking a Senior Security Operations Analyst in Washington, DC, to support federal cybersecurity operations. Responsibilities include continuous monitoring of security events, incident response execution, and ensuring alignment with federal cybersecurity standards. The ideal candidate should have over 6 years of experience in security operations, strong analytical skills, and relevant certifications. The position is full-time, on-site, and may require travel based on projects.