Network & Security Operations Center (NOC/SOC) Analyst

Orchard • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

@Orchard LLC is assisting a client in building a new Network and Security Operations Center in Colorado Springs and is seeking Tier 2 NOC/SOC Analysts to defend mission-critical systems. The client builds secure, hardened, resilient digital infrastructure supporting communications, edge compute, and private 5G connectivity for defense and government missions, public safety, and critical infrastructure.

The analyst bridges network reliability and threat intelligence, analyzing real-time data, conducting root-cause investigations, and supporting continuous availability across private 5G networks, edge platforms, satellite links, and cloud systems. This is a non-exempt hourly position with shift differential for night-shift coverage and holidays. The anticipated pay rate is $30–$35 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. The role is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; an active Secret clearance is preferred.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; an active Secret clearance is preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in a NOC, SOC, cyber operations, systems administration, or telecom incident response role.
• Solid foundation in TCP/IP, routing and switching, DNS, DHCP, firewalls, VPNs, Linux/Windows administration, and cloud/virtualization environments.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze logs, SIEM data, and packet captures to diagnose complex network and security events.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure, work independently during solo shifts, and prioritize concurrent incidents in high-stakes settings.
• Willingness to work operational shift schedules, including weekends and holidays with advance notice.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience supporting the Department of Defense, federal agencies, telecom carriers, or critical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with 5G/LTE RAN and core concepts, edge compute, SATCOM, or Zero Trust architecture.
• 5G certifications.
• CompTIA Security+, Network+, CySA+, CCNA, Linux+, or GIAC credentials or certifications.
• Experience using AI/ML tools to streamline security research, threat hunting, log organization, or incident response workflows.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage network, security, and infrastructure telemetry across hybrid environments.
• Determine event severity and drive timely, effective escalation.
• Provide advanced Tier 1/2 support for private wireless (LTE/5G), firewalls, VPNs, routing and switching, endpoint security, and edge compute platforms.
• Analyze SIEM events, packet captures, system logs, and security feeds to identify root causes and mitigate vulnerabilities.
• Assist with incident containment, threat analysis, ticket documentation, and post-incident playbooks.
• Work with security engineers, field operators, threat research teams, and mission partners to maintain operational readiness.
• Help refine standard operating procedures (SOPs), automated detection rules, and incident playbooks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed