• SOC Analyst Level 1

    Competitive Range Solutions, LLC (Fort Meade, MD)


    Job Description:

    Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.

     

    We are seeking a SOC Analyst Level 1 to actively participate in security operations by proactively monitoring systems, investigating alerts, and providing near-real-time cybersecurity status and reports to support timely decision-making for DoD operations. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates eager to develop expertise in cyber threat analysis, incident response, and security operations center (SOC) procedures.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Proactively monitor cybersecurity events and provide near-real-time reports to enhance decision-making within DoD operations.

    + Investigate, analyze, and escalate security alerts according to established protocols and contractual SLAs.

    + Respond to SOC-generated alerts, supporting threat identification and risk mitigation strategies.

    + Participate regularly in SOC working group sessions, contributing insights and expertise.

    + Collaborate across organizational lines to ensure effective cybersecurity defense and threat response.

    + Develop specialized knowledge in cybersecurity disciplines, technologies, and security frameworks.

    + Assist in incident tracking, resolution, and reporting, ensuring adherence to DoD security compliance standards.

    + Maintain awareness of the cyber threat landscape, identifying potential vulnerabilities and risks.

    Required Qualifications:

    + Active Secret Clearance: TS preferred.

    + Education:

    + Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience.

    + Experience:

    + 0-3 years of experience in cyber operations with a basic understanding of cybersecurity landscapes and common threat vectors.

    + Skills:

    + Fundamental knowledge of network security, system vulnerabilities, and incident response strategies.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess and respond to cybersecurity threats.

    + Effective communication skills, including preparing cybersecurity reports and operational briefings.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Familiarity with DoD security protocols, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and cybersecurity best practices.

    + Experience using SOC tools such as SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS systems, and endpoint detection solutions.

    + Certifications such as Security+, CEH, or other DoD-approved cybersecurity credentials.