SOC Analyst Tier 2 (Secret Cleared)

ShorePoint•Washington, DC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

ShorePoint is seeking a SOC Analyst Tier 2 with a Secret clearance for a potential opportunity to support enterprise SOC operations. This role involves reviewing and responding to escalated tickets from Tier 1 analysts, applying working knowledge of cybersecurity to improve incident detection, analyzing threat intelligence, and supporting both classified and unclassified environments. The position requires the ability to work under limited supervision and apply technical expertise to moderately complex problems. This is an opportunity to shape the growth and culture of a fast-growing cybersecurity company, contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, SOC operations and incident response.
Familiarity with cyber threat intelligence and its application in SOC workflows.
Experience investigating alerts and supporting incident detection.
Ability to resolve moderately complex technical issues with limited supervision.
Understanding of both classified and unclassified operational environments.
Bachelor’s degree or 3+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
3+ year of hands-on experience working in a 24/7 SOC environment.
Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.
Must hold and maintain an active Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Industry-recognized certifications.

Responsibilities

Review and respond to tickets escalated from Tier 1 analysts.
Analyze and apply cyber threat intelligence to support detection and response.
Support incident detection and analysis across unclassified and classified environments.
Investigate alerts and anomalies, escalating to Tier 3 when necessary.
Apply technical knowledge to resolve problems of moderate scope and complexity.
Document findings and contribute to incident reports.
Collaborate with peers to improve detection workflows and escalation processes.
Support continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures.