SOC Lead

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a SOC Lead to support a company focused on federal cybersecurity operations, network defense, and protection of critical national security infrastructure. This position is on-site at Manassas, VA and Washington, DC . The SOC Lead will oversee security operations, lead incident response efforts, and ensure continuous monitoring and protection of enterprise systems across a 24/7 environment. This is a mission‑critical role defending sensitive systems against evolving cyber threats. Responsibilities Lead and manage a 24/7 Security Operations Center team, ensuring operational readiness and performance Direct incident response activities, including detection, analysis, escalation, and resolution of cybersecurity threats Analyze network traffic, logs, and threat intelligence to identify vulnerabilities and emerging attack vectors Oversee and optimize security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection platforms Communicate risks, incident findings, and security strategies to technical teams and senior leadership Required Qualifications 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with 4+ years in a SOC leadership role Strong expertise with SIEM, IDS/IPS, network security, incident response, and threat detection Proven leadership, analytical, and communication skills across technical and non‑technical stakeholders Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience) Active DOE Q Clearance or Top Secret Clearance Compensation Salary Range: $150,000 - $170,000 depending on experience Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick leave as required by law #J-18808-Ljbffr