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Summary SOC Analyst - Tier 2 Location: Oakton, VA Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals supporting large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and advancing your career. Responsibilities Analyze and investigate escalated alerts from Tier 1 analysts using tools such as SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and network monitoring solutions. Perform advanced log analysis, PCAP review, and endpoint investigations to determine the nature and scope of threats. Lead incident response activities for escalated events, collaborating with Tier 3 analysts for complex or high-severity incidents. Prepare detailed incident reports and deliver briefings to internal stakeholders, including senior leadership. Collaborate with Tier 3 analysts, system administrators, and other IT teams to implement mitigation strategies. Mentor and provide technical guidance to Tier 1 NSOC analysts, including training on incident handling and response procedures. Assist in tuning detection tools and developing use cases for anomalous activity detection. Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive documentation ensuring accuracy and alignment with current protocols and best practices. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 2+ years’ experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior NSOC analysts, or leading incident response efforts. 3+ years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role, with proven experience investigating and responding to security incidents. DoD 8140 Cyber Incident Responder Certification (Security+, CySA+, or equivalent) required. Preferred certifications include GCIH, GCFA, Cloud+, GCSA. DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for incident investigation and root cause analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reports and briefings. Ability to mentor junior analysts and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with forensic tools (e.g., FTK, EnCase, Volatility). Hands-on experience with cloud security monitoring in AWS, Azure, or GCP. Familiarity with Threat Hunting methodologies and tools. Experience participating in a DOD CSSP Inspection. Growth Opportunities At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan helps team members at all levels identify and leverage their strengths for optimal performance. We offer opportunities for skill sharpening through on-the-job learning and formal development programs to support continuous growth. Benefits We value our team members and offer a broad range of benefits to support their well-being and success. Learn more about the opportunities at Chenega MIOS. Company Culture Our positive and supportive culture encourages team members to excel daily. We celebrate individuality and offer flexibility to promote health, confidence, and awareness, along with well-being programs to maintain a healthy, happy lifestyle. Corporate Citizenship Chenega MIOS aims to make a meaningful impact through education, volunteerism, and leadership, fostering positive social change in our communities. Learn more about our impact. News & Resources Visit our news page: Tips from Talent Acquisition Prepare for your application by exploring our website and reviews: Chenega MIOS website - Glassdoor - LinkedIn - Facebook - #J-18808-Ljbffr Chenega Corporation

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