SOC Analyst - Tier I

Overview

Title: SOC ANALYST 1

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite position)Clearance: Public Trust (6C)

Foxhole Technology provides robust cybersecurity and IT support capabilities for federal civilian and defense agencies. A recognized leader in navigating technology and security challenges, Foxhole delivers mission-focused innovations to answer evolving and complex needs. Our talented employee-owners provide agile, scalable services and solutions that solve operational gaps, operate critical systems, and protect and secure the enterprise – across the organization and around the world.

The SOC Analyst 1 supports a 24/7/365 Security Operations Center and monitors security tools and provides first tier response to security incidents. The analyst follows standard operating procedures for detecting, classifying, and reporting incidents under the supervision of Tier 2 and Tier 3 staff. 

Job Description

The  SOC Analyst provides:

• Dedicated monitoring and analysis of cyber security events (Triage).
• Event of Interest (EOI) handling and escalation.
• Incident Response generation and reporting.
• Processing of incident communications to include initial reporting, follow-ups, requests for information and resolution activity.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field or equivalent education or work experience.
• Two years of experience.

• Relevant Experience in Symantec, Tenable, Elastic, Splunk, ServiceNow, BMC Remedy/Helix ITSM, Azure, CyberArk

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work in an independent manner.
• COMPTIA Security or other relevant networking or software engineering certifications.

More Information

Requirements of position: Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions.  Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others.  Must be able to see, have eye/hand coordination, and lift up to 20 lbs.  May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise.

Foxhole Technology is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.