XCelerate Solutions

Tier 1 SOC Analyst

XCelerate Solutions$78K — $105K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret clearance required
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field
  • 4 years of relevant experience for Business Analyst I
  • 10 years of relevant experience for Business Analyst II

Responsibilities

  • Monitor SOC tools for security events affecting DHRA systems
  • Perform event review, validation, and triage using SOC procedures
  • Analyze alerts and escalate for deeper analysis when necessary
  • Maintain records and contribute to SOC reporting
  • Coordinate with Tier 2 analysts for investigation and incident response

Benefits

  • Support for cybersecurity and privacy initiatives
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Dynamic 24x7 SOC environment
  • Work location flexibility between Alexandria, VA and Seaside, CA
  • Engagement in enterprise-level cybersecurity operations
Full Job Description
Description

Tier 1 SOC Analyst

Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to support CyberPRIMES cybersecurity, privacy, records and information management, and related enterprise support for DHRA, including DMDC and OUSD(P&R). This position supports PWS Task 5.5 at the location allocation identified above.

Clearance: Active Secret

Location: Alexandria, VA and Seaside, CA

Responsibilities
  • Continuously monitor SOC tools and queues for security events affecting DHRA systems and networks.
  • Perform initial event review, validation, categorization, documentation, and triage using approved SOC procedures and playbooks.
  • Analyze endpoint, user-activity, and network-security alerts at the Tier 1 level and escalate events requiring deeper analysis or incident response.
  • Maintain accurate event records, tickets, timelines, and supporting evidence and contribute to required SOC reporting.
  • Coordinate with Tier 2 analysts and other cybersecurity stakeholders to support timely investigation and response in the 24x7 SOC environment.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Business Analyst I requires a BA/BS in Business, Computer Science, or a related field and a minimum of four years of experience.
  • Business Analyst II requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and ten years of experience.
  • Must be U.S. Citizen
  • A Secret clearance is required when the assigned duties require classified information or SIPRNet access.

Compensation Range:
  • The anticipated salary range the Employer reasonably expects to pay for this position is $78,000 to $105,000 annually.


About XCelerate Solutions

XCelerate Solutions is a technology consulting firm that provides a range of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. XCelerate Solutions specializes in data analytics, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, and has a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has been recognized for its excellence in numerous areas.
Learn more about XCelerate Solutions
Size
100 employees
Industry
Founded
2013

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