Motion Recruitment Partners
Overview
SOC Manager Washington, DC Hybrid Contract $80/hr - $85/hr My client a growing cyber security consulting firm is looking for a seasoned SOC Manager to lead a federal Network Security Operations Center (NSOC). This role manages 24/7/365 security operations, including incident response, threat analysis, and team oversight. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks, excellent leadership skills, and proven experience managing Tier 1–3 analysts in a high-stakes environment.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily SOC operations, including proactive threat detection and incident response
Lead and mentor Tier 1–3 SOC analysts to ensure SLAs and operational objectives are met
Develop and maintain Cyber Defense Playbooks and SOC communication protocols
Tune and manage SIEM and IDS/IPS technologies for optimal threat detection
Collaborate with the Client’s OCIO, US-CERT, and other federal cybersecurity stakeholders
Generate executive-level reports, shift summaries, and metrics on incidents and SOC performance
Ensure compliance with NIST 800-61, FISMA, and agency-specific reporting standards
Support threat hunting, forensic investigations, and cyber threat intelligence (CTI) integration
Required Qualifications
Certifications:
CISSP
or
CISM
Microsoft Certified Security Operations Analyst Associate
One of the following GIAC Certifications
:
GEIR, GCFR, GCFA, GNFA, GCIH, GX-FA, or GLIR
Experience:
7+ years in Security Operations, with experience serving as Incident Response Commander or SOC lead on federal programs
Core Skills:
Incident response leadership & playbook development
SIEM/IDS/IPS tuning and optimization
GAP analysis and audit preparation
Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity compliance (NIST, FISMA, etc.)
Benefits
Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Posted by:
Patrick Fuller
Specialization:
Security Operations
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity
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SOC Manager Washington, DC Hybrid Contract $80/hr - $85/hr My client a growing cyber security consulting firm is looking for a seasoned SOC Manager to lead a federal Network Security Operations Center (NSOC). This role manages 24/7/365 security operations, including incident response, threat analysis, and team oversight. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of federal cybersecurity frameworks, excellent leadership skills, and proven experience managing Tier 1–3 analysts in a high-stakes environment.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily SOC operations, including proactive threat detection and incident response
Lead and mentor Tier 1–3 SOC analysts to ensure SLAs and operational objectives are met
Develop and maintain Cyber Defense Playbooks and SOC communication protocols
Tune and manage SIEM and IDS/IPS technologies for optimal threat detection
Collaborate with the Client’s OCIO, US-CERT, and other federal cybersecurity stakeholders
Generate executive-level reports, shift summaries, and metrics on incidents and SOC performance
Ensure compliance with NIST 800-61, FISMA, and agency-specific reporting standards
Support threat hunting, forensic investigations, and cyber threat intelligence (CTI) integration
Required Qualifications
Certifications:
CISSP
or
CISM
Microsoft Certified Security Operations Analyst Associate
One of the following GIAC Certifications
:
GEIR, GCFR, GCFA, GNFA, GCIH, GX-FA, or GLIR
Experience:
7+ years in Security Operations, with experience serving as Incident Response Commander or SOC lead on federal programs
Core Skills:
Incident response leadership & playbook development
SIEM/IDS/IPS tuning and optimization
GAP analysis and audit preparation
Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity compliance (NIST, FISMA, etc.)
Benefits
Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
Paid Sick Time Leave
Legal and Identity Protection Plans
Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Posted by:
Patrick Fuller
Specialization:
Security Operations
Security Engineering
Cybersecurity
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