Top Secret Cleared Tier 2 SOC Analyst

**MUST HAVE ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE WITH SCI ELIGIBILITY
This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required
Description
We are hiring 3 people for shift work, one per shift, M-F, 1 person 0600-1400, 1 person 1400-2200, and 1 person 2200-0600
The position entails working in a Network Operations and Security Center NOSC where the team is responsible for monitoring security and health alerts for systems on 14 different networks. The ideal candidate for this position will lead the security mission in the NOSC by providing training to junior analysts, reviewing reports written by the junior analysts, tuning tools for anomalous detection, writing reports, presentations, and executive summaries.
Key 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 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
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with forensic tools (e.g., FTK, EnCase, Volatility).
Hands-on experience with cloud security monitoring in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Familiarity with Threat Hunting methodologies and tools.
Experience participating in a DOD CSSP Inspection
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $67.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Arlington,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2025.

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.