Security Operations Analyst

Fantom Corporation • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth. We are seeking a Senior Security Operations Analyst to support day-to-day cybersecurity operations by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events across the enterprise. This role is critical in maintaining situational awareness, identifying threats, and ensuring timely incident response within a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has strong experience in SOC operations, threat analysis, and SIEM tools, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks.

Requirements

• Must have an active Public Trust security Clearance
• Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
• 6+ years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar cybersecurity role
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools and log analysis
• Strong understanding of incident response processes and procedures
• Experience with endpoint and network security tools
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards and best practices

Nice To Haves

• CompTIA Security+
• CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst)
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security logs, alerts, and events from SIEM and other security tools
• Perform real-time threat detection, investigation, and incident response
• Conduct threat analysis and identify indicators of compromise (IOCs)
• Execute daily security monitoring activities and generate reports on findings
• Support incident response efforts, including documentation and post-incident analysis
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing security controls and recommend improvements
• Assist in developing and tuning detection rules and alerting mechanisms
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT teams to enhance overall security posture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees