Tier 2 SOC Analyst

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.

Requisition: #1203

Job Title: Tier 2 SOC Analyst

Location: Onsite 5x/week - 2070 Chain Bridge Road in Vienna, VA, OR 1750 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC.

Clearance Level: Active DoD - Secret

SUMMARY

We work together in partnership to defend our nation's critical infrastructure while building meaningful and exciting career development opportunities in a culture tailored to the individual's technical and professional growth. We are seeking a Tier 2 SOC Analyst for a potential opportunity to support enterprise SOC operations by reviewing and responding to escalated tickets from Tier 1. This role applies working knowledge of cybersecurity to improve incident detection, analyze threat intelligence and support both classified and unclassified environments. The Tier 2 SOC Analyst position requires the ability to work under limited supervision while applying technical expertise to moderately complex problems. This is a unique opportunity to shape the growth, development and culture of an exciting and fast-growing company in the cybersecurity market.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and respond to tickets escalated from Tier 1 analysts.

• Analyze and apply cyber threat intelligence to support detection and response.

• Support incident detection and analysis across unclassified and classified environments.

• Investigate alerts and anomalies, escalating to Tier 3 when necessary.

• Apply technical knowledge to resolve problems of moderate scope and complexity.

• Document findings and contribute to incident reports.

• Collaborate with peers to improve detection workflows and escalation processes.

• Support continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures.

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills

• 3+ years of relevant experience.

• Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.

• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, SOC operations, and incident response.

• Familiarity with cyber threat intelligence and its application in SOC workflows.

• Experience investigating alerts and supporting incident detection.

• Ability to resolve moderately complex technical issues with limited supervision.

• Understanding of both classified and unclassified operational environments.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions

• Light - 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls.

• Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy - Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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