SOC Tier Two Analyst

Position Summary

Strategic Operational Solutions (STOPSO) is seeking a SOC Tier 2 Analyst to support the U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) Defensive Cyberspace Operations Mission Support Services (DCOMSS) program at Fort Bragg North Carolina. Investigate escalated cyber events correlate multiple telemetry sources maintain incident records and recommend response actions. The Tier 2 Analyst provides deeper analysis and quality review within the Blue Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Investigate escalated alerts using SIEM EDR network flow packet firewall authentication proxy and host data.

Develop event timelines identify affected systems and indicators and assess scope and potential mission impact.

Recommend containment and eradication steps to authorized Government personnel and track approved actions.

Maintain incident records and required portal updates through closure with evidence and rationale for decisions.

Review Tier 1 tickets for completeness and coach analysts on investigation and documentation quality.

Escalate complex intrusions and suspected advanced activity to Tier 3; support shifts and exercises as assigned.

Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the positions responsibilities qualifications clearance and authorized scope.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

Minimum 3 years of documented relevant experience. Relevant cyber defense analysis and incident investigation experience including SIEM network traffic analysis multi-source correlation and incident documentation.

DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) 511 Cyber Defense Analyst Intermediate proficiency.

Meet DoDM 8140.03 qualification requirements for every assigned work role and proficiency through an approved education training certification or authorized experience route before independent cyber work. Document work-role appointment and qualification; maintain required residential qualification and continuing learning. A higher-level approved option may qualify the same role at a lower level.

Current matrix-listed certification options for 511 Intermediate: CEH(P) Cloud FITSP-O GCED GDSA GMON GRID GSEC PenTest Security.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of Multi-source correlation network traffic analysis incident investigation evidence preservation and standardized response.

Proficiency with SIEM EDR NetFlow packet capture IDS/IPS and incident-management systems appropriate to assigned duties and approved access.

Ability to produce accurate records explain findings and decisions and follow approved procedures and security requirements.

Strong written and verbal communication skills and sound judgment when coordinating with technical staff and Government stakeholders.

Strong organizational skills confidentiality and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-focused environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience investigating incidents in a DoD or enterprise security operations center.

Relevant DoD or enterprise IT experience with mission tooling and operational reporting.

Security Clearance

Active SECRET clearance and ability to maintain assigned system access. U.S. citizenship is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No formal supervisory responsibilities; provides technical review and coaching to Tier 1 analysts.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work is primarily performed on site in a secure Government facility using computer systems and standard office equipment. The employee must be able to perform sustained computer-based analysis or coordination communicate effectively and support operational activities outside standard business hours when assigned. Mission-essential watch roles may include shifts weekends and holidays.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Travel

Occasional local CONUS or OCONUS travel may be required for authorized mission activities exercises assessments or conferences.

Equal Employment Opportunity
STOPSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

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