SOC Analyst

SOC Analyst

Mayhew Technology Solutions (MTS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated SOC Analyst to join our growing cybersecurity team supporting federal government clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents and threats in a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze network traffic, logs, and alerts from security systems (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection).
• Perform initial triage and investigation of security events and escalate as necessary.
• Analyze and respond to phishing attempts, malware infections, and other suspicious behavior.
• Maintain detailed documentation of incidents, findings, and response actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, compliance, and engineering to strengthen security posture.
• Utilize threat intelligence feeds to contextualize events and support proactive defense strategies.
• Assist in developing and refining incident response procedures and SOC playbooks.
• Support vulnerability assessments and remediation tracking.
• Maintain compliance with government standards and security policies (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA, DFARS/CMMC).
• Participate in security audits, reporting, and continuous monitoring activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active Top-Secret clearance (required)
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity analyst role
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight), EDR platforms, and firewalls
• Understanding of common attack vectors, malware types, and incident response methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Security+ CE, CEH, or other relevant DoD 8570 certifications (required for some roles)
• Experience supporting federal contracts or working in classified environments
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, threat hunting techniques, and forensic analysis
• Familiarity with ticketing systems, report writing, and compliance documentation

Work Schedule & Environment:

This role may require shift work to support 24/7 operations depending on contract requirements. Onsite work may be required at government facilities; remote or hybrid flexibility may be available based on client and clearance level.