Competitive Range Solutions LLC
SOC Analyst Level 2
Competitive Range Solutions LLC, Fort George Meade, Maryland, United States
Job Description:
Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.
We are seeking a
highly skilled SOC Analyst Level 2
to coordinate
cyber analysis and response efforts across network security, digital media analysis, and malware teams
within a
Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environment . This role requires
expertise in network attack patterns, adversarial Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) , and the ability to
lead teams and serve as a technical escalation point .
Key Responsibilities: Act as a
technical escalation point
for cybersecurity incidents, guiding junior analysts in
investigation and response protocols . Monitor, analyze, and respond to
cyber threats , ensuring swift mitigation in alignment with DoD security guidelines. Coordinate cybersecurity efforts between
network defense, digital media analysis, and malware response teams . Assess and track
network attack patterns, intrusion methods, and evolving TTPs used by adversaries . Conduct
in-depth threat analysis , utilizing SOC tools such as SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection solutions. Implement and refine
incident response procedures , ensuring effective containment and remediation strategies. Provide guidance to
junior analysts , offering mentorship and knowledge transfer to strengthen operational effectiveness. Ensure compliance with
DoD cybersecurity policies, federal regulations, and incident handling frameworks . Collaborate with cross-functional teams, supporting
cyber defense strategy development and security enhancement initiatives . Required Qualifications:
Active Secret Clearance: TS preferred. Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a STEM-related major .
Experience:
Minimum
3 years of experience
in
network defense environments . Previous experience in a
SOC or NOC environment , handling cybersecurity operations and incident response.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of
adversarial TTPs, network attack patterns, and defensive countermeasures . Proficiency in
network security analysis, malware investigations, and forensic methodologies .
Ability to work within
classified environments , ensuring adherence to DoD cybersecurity protocols.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with
classified defense networks and DoD cybersecurity operations . Knowledge of
AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and secure cloud architectures . Certifications such as
Security+, CISSP, CEH, GCIH, or DoD-approved cybersecurity credentials .
Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.
We are seeking a
highly skilled SOC Analyst Level 2
to coordinate
cyber analysis and response efforts across network security, digital media analysis, and malware teams
within a
Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environment . This role requires
expertise in network attack patterns, adversarial Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) , and the ability to
lead teams and serve as a technical escalation point .
Key Responsibilities: Act as a
technical escalation point
for cybersecurity incidents, guiding junior analysts in
investigation and response protocols . Monitor, analyze, and respond to
cyber threats , ensuring swift mitigation in alignment with DoD security guidelines. Coordinate cybersecurity efforts between
network defense, digital media analysis, and malware response teams . Assess and track
network attack patterns, intrusion methods, and evolving TTPs used by adversaries . Conduct
in-depth threat analysis , utilizing SOC tools such as SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection solutions. Implement and refine
incident response procedures , ensuring effective containment and remediation strategies. Provide guidance to
junior analysts , offering mentorship and knowledge transfer to strengthen operational effectiveness. Ensure compliance with
DoD cybersecurity policies, federal regulations, and incident handling frameworks . Collaborate with cross-functional teams, supporting
cyber defense strategy development and security enhancement initiatives . Required Qualifications:
Active Secret Clearance: TS preferred. Education:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a STEM-related major .
Experience:
Minimum
3 years of experience
in
network defense environments . Previous experience in a
SOC or NOC environment , handling cybersecurity operations and incident response.
Technical Expertise:
Strong understanding of
adversarial TTPs, network attack patterns, and defensive countermeasures . Proficiency in
network security analysis, malware investigations, and forensic methodologies .
Ability to work within
classified environments , ensuring adherence to DoD cybersecurity protocols.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with
classified defense networks and DoD cybersecurity operations . Knowledge of
AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and secure cloud architectures . Certifications such as
Security+, CISSP, CEH, GCIH, or DoD-approved cybersecurity credentials .