CBO Tier 1 SOC Analyst
Job Location:
Job Location:
Washington, DC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
cFocus Software seeks a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to join our program supporting the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). This position is remote. This position requires a Public Trust clearance.
Qualifications:
Duties:
Qualifications:
- Active Public Trust clearance
- B.S. Computer Science Information Technology or a related field
- Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and SOC operations
- Familiarity with SIEM tools preferably Microsoft Sentinel
- Understanding of common attack vectors and MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Basic knowledge of networking operating systems (Windows/macOS) and cloud environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to follow procedures and work in a shift-based environment
- Relevant certifications (e.g. Security CySA or equivalent)
- Experience with Microsoft Defender tools (Endpoint Identity)
- Exposure to log analysis and incident response processes
- Preferred certifications include but are not limited to
- GCIA GCIH CISSP CEH or equivalent cybersecurity certifications
- Microsoft Sentinel or Microsoft security platform certifications
- Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g. AWS security)
- Privacy certifications (e.g. CIPP/US CIPM) where applicable
Duties:
- Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools (e.g. Microsoft Sentinel)
- Perform initial triage and validation of alerts to determine legitimacy
- Escalate confirmed or suspicious incidents to Tier II analysts per defined procedures
- Document incidents actions taken and findings in ticketing systems
- Follow established playbooks and standard operating procedure
- Assist with log review across identity endpoint network and cloud environments
- Support reporting requirements by contributing to weekly and monthly SOC reports
- Maintain situational awareness of emerging threats and indicators of compromise
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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