Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Maveris is an IT and cybersecurity services company committed to helping organizations create secure digital solutions to accelerate their mission. Originally founded as a Veteran-owned company, we remain deeply committed to supporting veterans and proudly serving customers across the Federal Government and private sector. We have an opening for a full-time, Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our talented, dynamic team. As a Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst , you will be on the front line in safeguarding Treasury Department digital assets and responding to potential cyber threats. You will play a critical role and serve as an expert resource within the Security Operations Center (SOC), specializing in advanced threat hunting, incident response, and strategic improvement. This senior-level role leads complex investigations, collaborates with leadership, and drives enhancements to the SOC's cybersecurity posture. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Duties As a Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst , you will provide technical expertise on a SOC team responsible for monitoring security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS) and dashboards 24x7x365 to identify potential threats and anomalies. You will be responsible for analyzing escalated alerts from Tier 2, performing detailed investigations and analysis to identify root causes and validate threats. You will lead escalated incident response efforts, coordinating containment, eradication, and recovery with internal teams and external agencies (e.g., CISA, FBI). In this role, a typical day will include: Directly supporting the advanced threat hunt team and forensic analysis to identify and mitigate sophisticated threats. Developing and refining detection rules, playbooks, and security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR) to improve SOC capabilities. Collaborating with engineering teams to design and implement security architecture improvements. Providing expert guidance and mentorship to Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts during high-severity incidents. Delivering post-incident reports, lessons learned, and strategic recommendations to leadership. Ensuring compliance with federal standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA) through detailed documentation and audit support. Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or related field with 7 years of experience (11 years of experience in lieu of degree) Active Secret Clearance Relevant certifications (e.g., GCIH, GCFA, CISSP) strongly preferred. Advanced expertise with security tools (e.g., Splunk, CrowdStrike, Wireshark) and network protocols Ability to work in a shift-based, high-pressure environment. Excellent communication skills for technical and executive reporting. Ability to lead shifts in a high-pressure, 24x7x365 operational environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset. Benefits Maveris attracts and retains top talent by offering opportunities to work in challenging environments surrounded by bright minds. Our employees are our most valued asset and are rewarded with highly competitive compensation and top-tier benefits, including: 401(k) with company match Dental Insurance Health Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off About Maveris Maveris provides mission-focused solutions to organizations facing complex IT, digital, and cybersecurity challenges. Our success is built on trust and encouraging our team members to reach their full potential. We value diversity and believe it helps us meet and exceed our clients' expectations. If you are motivated and eager to learn, we invite you to apply today! Learn more about our employee benefits at . Follow us on LinkedIn for company updates and job postings. Discover our research and projects at Maveris Labs, and get a behind-the-scenes look at our team through Maveris Insights blog. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr