Sr. SOC Analyst with Security Clearance

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Sr. SOC Analyst for a position supporting a government contracting firm in Arlington, VA. The Sr. SOC Analyst will provide expert cyber incident response and proactive threat hunting to protect critical cyber infrastructure. This role is fully onsite and requires a Secret clearance. Responsibilities of the Sr. SOC Analyst: * Support Federal team leaders in establishing and managing a Security Operations Center (SOC) to provide a secure environment that facilitates incident response and threat hunting activities.
* Manage the SIEM platform to monitor for security alerts and coordinate vulnerability assessments and artifact collection across servers and network devices.
* Evaluate network structures and device configurations for security risks, offering recommendations based on best practices, and gather data to identify and respond to network intrusions.
* Analyze network traffic and system logs to identify malicious activities, vulnerabilities exploited, and methods used, and develop processes to enhance SOC response and efficiency.
* Conduct comprehensive technical analyses of computer evidence, research and integrate new security tools into the SOC, and synthesize findings into reports for both technical and executive audiences.
Necessary Qualifications for the Sr. SOC Analyst: * **Must have an active Secret clearance or higher (TS/SCI preferred) and able to obtain DHS Suitability**
* A proactive self-starter with at least 8 years of experience in security operations, demonstrating leadership in customer-facing roles.
* Proficient in analyzing cyber-attacks, with a deep understanding of attack classifications, stages, system/application vulnerabilities, and compliance with CND policies and procedures.
* Extensive knowledge of network topologies, protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSH, SMTP, SMB), and experience with tools like Palo Alto, Elastic SIEM, Security Center, Nessus, Endgame, CrowdStrike, Gray Noise, and Shodan.
* Capable of attack reconstruction based on network traffic, integrating Threat Intelligence, and familiar with MITRE ATT&CK framework, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple locations.
Compensation for the Sr. SOC Analyst: * Salary Range: $150,000- $165,000 **dependent on experience**
* Full Standard Benefits: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), Retirement Savings Plan (401K), and more
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