Tier 2 SOC Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Perform in-depth investigations of escalated SIEM and EDR alerts across client environments.

• Analyze, contain within your authority, and escalate issues following a defined pathway with clear, documented transitions.

• Create and enhance runbooks and standard operating procedures.

• Monitor and verify vulnerability findings using Tenable, ensuring they are routed into the appropriate workflow.

• Adhere to strict response and resolution service levels for every event and shift.

• Open, update, and close tickets with precise, auditable notes while maintaining organized shift logs.

• Clearly communicate with clients and the on-call lead during overnight incidents.

• Assist in monthly reporting by providing accurate event and response data.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a United States citizen.

• Capable of passing a drug screening and a comprehensive background investigation, including verification of references, employment history, education, and certifications.

• 3–5 years of experience in SOC or security operations, including practical incident investigation and response.

• Proven experience with SIEM alerting and EDR alert triage and containment.

• Strong understanding of networking and operating systems across Windows, macOS, and Linux.

• Knowledge of the incident lifecycle: detection, triage, containment, and escalation.

• Reliable ability to work overnight shifts on a rotating schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

• Excellent written communication skills and disciplined documentation practices.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, CrowdStrike or similar EDR, and Tenable.

• Possession of Security+, CySA+, GCIH, GSEC, or a comparable certification.

• Proficient in scripting for triage or automation using Python or PowerShell.

• Prior experience in managed security services or multi-tenant SOC environments.

• Exposure to critical-infrastructure settings.

• Preference for residents in the Hampton Roads through Richmond, VA corridor.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical – Various POS health plan options including an HSA-compatible plan.

• Dental – PPO coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.

• Vision – Annual exam, frame, lenses, and contact lens allowance.

• 401(k) – Employer match up to 5% of eligible compensation.

• Long-Term Disability – 100% employer-paid coverage at 50% of pre-disability earnings.

• Life Insurance & AD&D – 100% employer-paid coverage valued at $10,000 each.

• PTO – 15–25 days annually based on tenure.

• Paid Federal Holidays – All 11 federal holidays are observed.