SOC Analyst (Full Scope Polygraph)

Piper Companies; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Training reimbursement

Cert reimbursement

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions in McLean, VA seeks a skilled SOC Analyst to support a high-visibility intelligence program within a cyber security operations center. The role requires active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph, a bachelor’s degree and 1–3+ years in cyber security, SIEM use (Splunk, ArcSight, Wireshark), and knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK.

Shift is Wed-Sat 9PM-7AM. Total compensation ranges from $95,000 to $135,000+ with full benefits and training opportunities; location is on-site in McLean,

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph is required.
• Bachelor's degree and 1–3+ years in cyber security or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Detect, identify, and report cyber-attacks, intrusions, and misuse.
• Analyze network traffic and system data for unusual activity.
• Triage cyber incidents to determine scope, urgency and impact; recommend remediation.
• Track and document cyber incidents from detection to resolution.
• Assess damage to data and infrastructure from incidents.
• Perform trend analysis and reporting on cyber incidents.

Skills

Cyber threat detection

Incident response

MITRE ATT&CK

threat hunting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Splunk

Wireshark

ArcSight

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a SOC Analyst to support a critical intelligence program in McLean, VA. The team is seeking individuals with a background in cyber threat detection, investigation, and reporting to support a high visibility cyber security operations center.

Clearance: TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph

Location: McLean, VA

Shift: Wed-Sat 9PM-7AM

This job opens for applications on 10/7/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

Responsibilities of the CSA:

• Detect, identify, and report possible cyber-attacks, intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities.
• Analyze network traffic and system data to identify unusual activity and potential threats.
• Conduct cyber incident triage to determine scope, urgency, and potential impact; identify specific vulnerabilities and recommend quick remediation measures.
• Track and document cyber incidents from initial detection to final resolution.
• Assess and analyze damage to data and infrastructure resulting from cyber incidents.
• Perform trend analysis and reporting on cyber incidents.

Qualifications of the CSA:

• Active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph
• Bachelors degree and 1-3+ years of related experience with cyber security, network security, and/or network engineering
• Must have active IAT II certification (Security+ CE, GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), CySa+, CEH, CISM, etc.)
• Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies/ SIEMs (i.e. Splunk, Wireshark, Arcsight)
• Experience using MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain methodologies
• Experience with network intrusion detection system/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
• Experience with network and host malware detection and prevention (EDR)
• Familiarity with one of the following programming languages preferred (Python, JavaScript, Yara, Snort)

Compensation of the CSA:

• Total compensation based on experience level - $95,000 - $135,000+ **based on experience level**
• Full Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by state laws, Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k
• Training & development opportunities, certification reimbursement
• Long term program, contract mobility through Zachary Piper Solutions

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