Job#: 2046955

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a SOC Analyst to support the DoD in Newington, VA. If youre interested, please email [email protected] your resume.
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Position: SOC Analyst
Location: Fully onsite in Alexandria, VA
Hours: Regular business hours
Compensation: $130,000-150,000/yr
Job type: 6 month contract to hire
Clearance: TS/SCI required
Certification: Security+ & CEH
Job Description:
Seeking a highly skilled Tier 2 SOC Analyst to join our team, supporting a very mission-focused customer within the Department of Defense (DoD). This is a technical role that requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and hands-on experience with various security tools and platforms.
Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze security events and incidents using Cisco IPS, Palo Alto firewalls, and Splunk.
• Conduct searches, queries, and create dashboards in Splunk to manage and respond to security incidents.
• Understand and analyze the TCP handshake and computer communication protocols.
• Handle regular incident response activities and provide technical support for security operations.
• Work with Linux and Windows operating systems to ensure the security and integrity of the network.

• Active TS/SCI Clearance.
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Security+ CE certifications.
• Proficiency in using Splunk for security monitoring and incident response.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP protocols and network communication.
• Experience with Cisco IPS and Palo Alto firewalls.

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