Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

SOC Analyst / 2nd or 3rd Shift / Hybrid onsite in Farmington CT

Farmington, CT, US • Posted 11 hours ago • Updated 11 hours ago
Contract W2
On-site
$25 - $27/hr
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Job Details

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Performance Management
  • Project Management
  • Recruiting
  • Security Clearance
  • Analytical Skill
  • CompTIA
  • Security+
  • Network+
  • Security Operations
  • Network Monitoring
  • Threat Analysis
  • Network Protocols
  • SIEM
  • Endpoint Protection
  • IDS
  • IPS
  • Network Security
  • Incident Management
  • Documentation
  • Collaboration
  • Real-time
  • Network
  • TCP/IP
  • Firewall
  • Aerospace
  • System On A Chip
  • Cyber Security

Summary

A leading aerospace and defense organization is hiring SOC Analysts in Farmington, Connecticut, just outside Hartford. This is a contract opportunity supporting a Security Operations Center responsible for monitoring and responding to cybersecurity threats in real time. The team is hiring for both 2nd shift (12 PM-8 PM) and 3rd shift (11 PM-7 AM), with schedules of Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday. Weekend shifts are remote.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term cybersecurity career in the aerospace and defense industry. Analysts gain exposure to real-world security events, including activity associated with sophisticated international threat actors. The SOC has also become a strong internal talent pipeline, with other security teams recruiting analysts as they gain experience. The organization may also provide Secret clearance sponsorship for qualified employees.

Required Skills & Experience
  • Foundational knowledge of network security and cybersecurity concepts
  • Understanding of TCP/IP protocols and network communications
  • Understanding of firewalls, including their role in monitoring, filtering, and securing network traffic
  • Ability to analyze security events and identify potentially suspicious activity
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
  • Willingness to work either 2nd or 3rd shift
  • Ability to work a Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday schedule
Desired Skills & Experience
  • CompTIA certification, such as Security+, Network+, or CySA+
  • Previous experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC)
  • Familiarity with network monitoring, incident response, security alerts, or threat analysis
  • Understanding of common network protocols, ports, and services
  • Exposure to SIEM, endpoint security, IDS/IPS, or other security-monitoring technologies
  • Interest in building a career within aerospace, defense, or enterprise cybersecurity
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
  • 40% Security event and threat monitoring
  • 30% Network security analysis, including TCP/IP traffic
  • 20% Alert investigation and incident response
  • 10% Documentation, escalation, and coordination with other security teams
Daily Responsibilities
  • Monitor the SOC environment for cybersecurity threats and suspicious activity
  • Investigate and triage security alerts in real time
  • Analyze network activity using knowledge of TCP/IP, firewalls, ports, and protocols
  • Identify potential threats and escalate incidents according to established procedures
  • Document security events, findings, and response activities
  • Work alongside security professionals supporting a large aerospace and defense environment
  • Develop hands-on SOC experience that can create opportunities to advance into other internal cybersecurity functions
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  • Dice Id: 10105282
  • Position Id: 894762
  • Posted 11 hours ago

Company Info

About Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Motion Recruitment delivers IT Talent Solutions for Contract, Direct Hire, Managed Solutions and Statement of Work to all of North America from our 21 delivery centers. Our high-touch, specialized, team-based recruitment model’s success is proven through our exemplary track record in filling the most challenging IT positions for startup and enterprise clients alike. Our hyper-specialized tech focus results in a truly consultative approach for both our clients and candidates, within our recruiting areas of expertise: Software, Mobile, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Product + UX and Functional.

Motion also delivers IT Consulting Solutions through the Motion Consulting Group (MCG) that create true digital transformation for IT projects in Agile Development & Coaching, DevOps & DevSecOps Solutions, and Managed Services for IT Operations.

We’re also the proud creators of Tech in Motion and the Timmy Awards, our North American community platform, events series and award program that connects over 250,000 tech enthusiasts to meet, learn, and innovate.

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