SOC Analyst

Dunhill Professional Search & Government Solutions; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness program

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Training & certs

Career growth

Job summary

Dunhill Government Solutions is seeking 12 SOC Analysts for a federal technology program in San Antonio, Texas. This fully onsite role operates on a day shift, supporting production and development systems in a large enterprise environment.

You’ll analyze security alerts, triage incidents, and help maintain a strong security posture within a collaborative team that emphasizes continuous learning and career growth. Entry-level path offered with training and certifications.

Qualifications

• 6 months - 1 year of experience in Cyber Security, SOC operations, IT Support, or IT Helpdesk.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a 24×7 SOC environment, including evenings or weekends if required.
• US citizenship is required and candidates must be able to pass a background check for a secret clearance in the future.
• Entry-level cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Cisco CyberOps are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts generated by SIEM and endpoint security tools.
• Perform initial triage and investigation of security incidents.
• Document findings and update incident tickets within the SOC ticketing system.
• Escalate confirmed or complex incidents to senior analysts following SOC playbooks.
• Identify potential phishing attempts, malware activity, and suspicious network behavior.
• Follow defined SOC procedures, security playbooks, and escalation protocols.
• Collaborate with SOC team members to maintain operational visibility and incident response readiness.
• Continuously learn emerging cybersecurity threats and defense techniques.

Skills

Cybersecurity

SOC operations

IT support

IT helpdesk

CompTIA Security+

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education in Cybersecurity, IT, or CS

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint security tools

Job description

Dunhill Government Solutions is hiring 12 SOC Analysts for a federal technology program in San Antonio, Texas. This is a fully onsite role, day shift, supporting production and development systems for a large enterprise environment.

As part of our Cyber Defense and Managed Security Services team , you’ll analyze security alerts, triage incidents, and ensure organizations maintain a strong security posture in an increasingly complex digital environment.

This role offers an excellent entry point into cybersecurity , where high performers often grow into advanced analyst or security engineering roles within 12-18 months .

You’ll work in a collaborative environment that promotes continuous learning, career growth, and exposure to leading enterprise security technologies.

What sets us apart

• Opportunities to work in a Security Operations Center environment
• Rapid career progression into Tier 2 SOC, Threat Hunting, or Incident Response roles
• Comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, paid time off, and retirement plan options
• Access to leading security platforms including SIEM and EDR technologies
• Continuous professional development through security certifications and technical training
• Collaborative culture with access to global cybersecurity experts
• Opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge security investigations and threat detection initiatives

What You’ll Do

• Monitor and analyze security alerts generated by SIEM and endpoint security tools
• Perform initial triage and investigation of security incidents
• Document findings and update incident tickets within the SOC ticketing system
• Escalate confirmed or complex incidents to senior analysts following SOC playbooks
• Identify potential phishing attempts, malware activity, and suspicious network behavior
• Follow defined SOC procedures, security playbooks, and escalation protocols
• Collaborate with SOC team members to maintain operational visibility and incident response readiness
• Continuously learn emerging cybersecurity threats and defense techniques

Basic Qualifications

• 6 months - 1 year of experience in Cyber Security, SOC operations, IT Support, or IT Helpdesk
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work in a 24×7 SOC environment , including evenings or weekends if required

US citizenship is required and candidates must be able to pass a background check in order to obtain a secret security clearance in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Entry-level cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC, SC-900, or Cisco CyberOps Associate
• Exposure to SIEM or security monitoring tools
• Basic knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
• Understanding of phishing, malware, authentication, and common cyber threats
• Post-secondary education in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or Computer Science

Professional Skills

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Ability to troubleshoot and investigate security alerts methodically
• Strong written documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced SOC environment
• Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Environment: 24×7 Security Operations Center
• Function: Cyber Defense / Security Monitoring
• Career Path: SOC Analyst -> Senior SOC Analyst -> Incident Response / Threat Hunting

Compensation: $35.00 - $43.00 per hour, full time, 40 hours per week. Onsite in San Antonio, Texas. Day shift.