Junior SOC Operations Analyst (DoD TS Clearance)

MartinFed • Huntsville, AL

15h

About The Position

MartinFed is hiring a highly motivated Junior SOC Operations Analyst for its shift-based Watch-Floor team. The role supports the Security Operations Center (SOC) by maintaining continuous vigilance over the network environment and responding rapidly to cyber threats. The analyst monitors networks, investigates and documents incidents, helps contain and remediate breaches, performs security assessments and forensic analysis, and supports deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs). The position involves 24/7 rotational shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, and takes place in a fast-paced environment that may involve extreme deadline pressures.

All positions at MartinFed are contingent upon passing a background check before the start date and are subject to random drug screenings during employment. MartinFed is an E-Verify employer.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and a DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of professional experience in cybersecurity or threat intelligence.
• Experience using Splunk Enterprise Security for threat detection and analysis.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel.
• One or more of the following GIAC certifications: GIAC Continuous Monitoring (GMON), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), or GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA).

Responsibilities

• Monitor computer networks to identify and respond to security threats in real time.
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents and breaches to determine their cause and impact.
• Document security breaches and support efforts to contain, remediate, and prevent their recurrence.
• Perform security assessments, including vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Recommend and implement best practices for system security enhancements.
• Install, configure, and manage security software, firewalls, and encryption protocols.
• Conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems, including imaging, data recovery, and timeline analysis.
• Support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs) with cyber defense operations and technical summaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level