Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst II

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Shiloh, IL
Salary: $87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 4 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst II

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The Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst II joins a 24x7 front-line security operations team to defend mission environments against sophisticated cyber threats. This role involves investigating and triaging security alerts from endpoints, IDS/IPS, NetFlow, and custom sensors to neutralize threats. You will perform deep-dive analysis of highly-classified log files, correlating evidence to support complex incident investigations against nation-state actors. Responsibilities include producing technical reports on adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures, and operationalizing threat intelligence feeds into SIEM platforms. Required skills include networking principles, packet analysis, and knowledge of the OSI model. Candidates must possess an active DoD Top Secret clearance and 8570 IAT Level II certification. The work focuses on defending sensitive digital landscapes and mission spaces against advanced persistent threats using intelligence-driven defense strategies.

Skills

SIEM SOAR Python PowerShell IDS/IPS NetFlow Packet Analysis MITRE ATT&CK Cyber Kill Chain AWS Azure OSI Model Security+ CySA+ CEH GCIA Threat Intelligence IOCs TTPs

What you'll do

Investigate and triage security alerts from endpoints, IDS/IPS, NetFlow, and custom sensors to neutralize threats.
Perform deep-dive analysis of highly-classified log files to correlate evidence against nation-state actors.
Produce detailed technical reports documenting adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures for high-level stakeholders.
Integrate and operationalize classified threat intelligence feeds and Indicators of Compromise into SIEM platforms.
Communicate security incidents precisely and timely to mission partners and specialized incident response teams.
Analyze raw packet data and disparate data points to uncover advanced persistent threat TTPs.

What we're looking for

Must have an active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
Must possess a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE.
Must be able to obtain a DoD 8570 CSSP-Analyst level certification within 180 days of hire.
Must have a solid foundation in networking principles, including packet analysis, protocols, and defense-in-depth architecture.
Must have a Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience (equivalent professional or military experience considered in lieu of degree).
Must be within a 2-hour commute or able to self-relocate to Scott AFB, IL.
Prior experience working within a TS/SCI operational environment, DISA, or other specialized DoD agencies (preferred).
Experience applying intelligence-driven defense strategies using MITRE ATT&CK or Cyber Kill Chain frameworks (preferred).

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