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Security Operations Analyst Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3
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Zvolvant is seeking a highly skilled Tier 2 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / SOC Engineer to support its mission-critical cybersecurity operations. This role is responsible for advanced threat detection, incident response, and engineering support within a 24/7 SOC environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, hands-on experience with security tools, and a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform in-depth analysis of security alerts and incidents escalated from Tier 1 analysts.
Investigate, contain, and remediate cybersecurity threats using SIEM, EDR, and other security platforms.
Develop and tune detection rules, correlation logic, and threat hunting queries.
Collaborate with Tier 3 analysts and incident response teams to escalate and resolve complex threats.
Maintain and optimize SOC tools including SIEM (Splunk, ArcSight, etc.), SOAR platforms, and threat intelligence feeds.
Conduct forensic analysis and malware reverse engineering as needed.
Support compliance with federal cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, 800-171, CMMC).
Document incident response actions and contribute to after-action reports and lessons learned.
Participate in tabletop exercises and red/blue team engagements.
Provide mentorship and guidance to Tier 1 analysts.
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for DOE Q Clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3–5 years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role.
Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight), EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne), and network security monitoring.
Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, threat hunting, and incident response methodologies.
Experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis.
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Zvolvant is seeking a highly skilled Tier 2 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / SOC Engineer to support its mission-critical cybersecurity operations. This role is responsible for advanced threat detection, incident response, and engineering support within a 24/7 SOC environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, hands-on experience with security tools, and a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform in-depth analysis of security alerts and incidents escalated from Tier 1 analysts.
Investigate, contain, and remediate cybersecurity threats using SIEM, EDR, and other security platforms.
Develop and tune detection rules, correlation logic, and threat hunting queries.
Collaborate with Tier 3 analysts and incident response teams to escalate and resolve complex threats.
Maintain and optimize SOC tools including SIEM (Splunk, ArcSight, etc.), SOAR platforms, and threat intelligence feeds.
Conduct forensic analysis and malware reverse engineering as needed.
Support compliance with federal cybersecurity standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, 800-171, CMMC).
Document incident response actions and contribute to after-action reports and lessons learned.
Participate in tabletop exercises and red/blue team engagements.
Provide mentorship and guidance to Tier 1 analysts.
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for DOE Q Clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3–5 years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role.
Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight), EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne), and network security monitoring.
Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, threat hunting, and incident response methodologies.
Experience with scripting (Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis.
Familiarity with federal cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.