SOC Analyst - Tier 2

Chenega Corporation; Oakton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled SOC Analyst - Tier 2 to join their dynamic team in Oakton, VA. This role involves monitoring security alerts across multiple networks and leading incident response efforts. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to mentor junior analysts, conduct advanced investigations, and collaborate with various IT teams. With a strong focus on professional development, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and growth. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Health and Wellness Programs

Flexible Work Environment

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience mentoring NSOC analysts.
• 3+ years in SOC or cybersecurity operations role.
• Ability to investigate and respond to security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Analyze escalated alerts from Tier 1 analysts.
• Lead incident response activities for escalated events.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and briefings.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Incident Response

Mentoring

Technical Reporting

Education

Bachelor's in Cybersecurity

DoD 8140 Cyber Incident Responder Certification

GCIH, GCFA, Cloud+, GCSA (preferred)

Tools

SIEM

EDR

IDS/IPS

Forensic Tools (e.g., FTK, EnCase, Volatility)

Cloud Security Monitoring (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Job description

Overview

SOC Analyst - Tier 2

Oakton, VA

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!

The SOC Analyst - Tier 2 entails working in a Network Operations and Security Center NOSC where the team is responsible for monitoring security and health alerts for systems on 14 different networks. The ideal candidate for this position will lead the security mission in the NOSC by providing training to junior analysts, reviewing reports written by the junior analysts, tuning tools for anomalous detection, writing reports, presentations, and executive summaries.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and investigate escalated alerts from Tier 1 analysts using tools such as SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and network monitoring solutions.
• Perform advanced log analysis, PCAP review, and endpoint investigations to determine the nature and scope of threats.
• Lead incident response activities for escalated events, collaborating with Tier 3 analysts for complex or high-severity incidents.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and deliver briefings to internal stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Collaborate with Tier 3 analysts, system administrators, and other IT teams to implement mitigation strategies.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Tier 1 NSOC analysts, including training on incident handling and response procedures.
• Assist in tuning detection tools and developing use cases for anomalous activity detection.
• Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive documentation ensuring accuracy and alignment with current protocols and best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years’ Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior NSOC analysts, or leading incident response efforts
• 3+ years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role, with proven experience investigating and responding to security incidents
• DoD 8140 Cyber Incident Responder Certification (Security+, CySA+, or equivalent) required.
• One or more of the following certifications is preferred:
  • GCIH, GCFA, Cloud+, GCSA.
• DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to investigate incidents and determine root causes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and briefings.
• Ability to mentor junior analysts and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with forensic tools (e.g., FTK, EnCase, Volatility).
• Hands-on experience with cloud security monitoring in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with Threat Hunting methodologies and tools.
• Experience participating in a DOD CSSP Inspection

How you’ll grow

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn.

We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.

Benefits

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.

Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.

Chenega MIOS’s culture

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.

Corporate citizenship

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.

Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world.

Chenega MIOS News-https://chenegamios.com/news/

Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team

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Chenega MIOS web site -www.chenegamios.com

Glassdoor -https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm

LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/

Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/