SOC Analyst

Strategic Operational Solutions, Inc; Fort Bragg (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Operational Solutions (STOPSO) is seeking a SOC Tier 1 Analyst to support the US Army Reserve Command (USARC) DC​OMSS program at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Monitor cyber defense telemetry during assigned watches, triage alerts, document incidents, and elevate activity that requires deeper investigation.

This is the first tier of the DCOMSS security operations workflow. The candidate will monitor SIEM alerts and other telemetry, perform triage using playbooks, and escalate to Tier 2 as

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of documented relevant cyber defense or network security monitoring experience.
• Experience with SIEM triage, network traffic analysis, and incident records.
• DCWF 511 Cyber Defense Analyst qualification path; DoD requirements apply.
• Document work-role appointment and ensure continuing learning for DoD roles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SIEM alerts, sensor events, and host detections for suspicious activity.
• Triage events using playbooks and distinguish true from false positives.
• Create tickets, classify incidents, preserve artifacts, and update status.
• Escalate to Tier 2 with context during handoffs.
• Follow approved response procedures and document operational reports.
• Support exercises and surge work within scope.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

SIEM monitoring

Incident documentation

Escalation procedures

Communication skills

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

EDR

Network analysis tools

Windows

Linux

Job description

Strategic Operational Solutions (STOPSO) is seeking a SOC Tier 1 Analyst to support the U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) Defensive Cyberspace Operations Mission Support Services (DCOMSS) program at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Monitor cyber defense telemetry during assigned watches, triage alerts, document incidents, and elevate activity that requires deeper investigation. This is the first tier of the DCOMSS security operations workflow.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor SIEM alerts, sensor events, host detections, and approved watch queues for suspicious activity.
• Triage events using approved playbooks, correlate basic evidence, and distinguish actionable activity from false positives.
• Create accurate tickets, identify applicable incident categories, preserve supporting artifacts, and maintain timely status updates.
• Escalate events to Tier 2 under documented thresholds and communicate context during shift handoffs.
• Follow approved response procedures and maintain records needed for operational reporting and quality review.
• Support exercises and surge work within assigned qualification, system access, and authority.
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the position's responsibilities, qualifications, clearance, and authorized scope.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 years of documented relevant experience. Relevant cyber defense or network security monitoring experience; SIEM triage, network traffic analysis, accurate incident records, and shift handoff.
• DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) 511, Cyber Defense Analyst. Recruit for Intermediate proficiency; Basic eligibility is subject to Government confirmation for this position.
• Meet DoDM 8140.03 qualification requirements for every assigned work role and proficiency through an approved education, training, certification, or authorized experience route before independent cyber work. Document work-role appointment and qualification; maintain required residential qualification and continuing learning. A higher-level approved option may qualify the same role at a lower level.Current matrix-listed certification options for 511 Intermediate: CEH(P), Cloud+, FITSP-O, GCED, GDSA, GMON, GRID, GSEC, PenTest+, Security+.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of SIEM monitoring, alert triage, network traffic fundamentals, incident documentation, and escalation procedures.
• Proficiency with SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, packet or network analysis tools, and Windows and Linux systems appropriate to assigned duties and approved access.
• Ability to produce accurate records, explain findings and decisions, and follow approved procedures and security requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and sound judgment when coordinating with technical staff and Government stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, confidentiality, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-focused environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a 24/7 security operations center or DoD network environment.
• Relevant DoD or enterprise IT experience with mission tooling and operational reporting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

STOPSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.