Systems Integration Engineer - Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Resource Management Concepts, Inc. • Dahlgren, VA

12h • $75,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

RMC is hiring a SOC Analyst to support our customer in Dahlgren, VA. The SOC Analyst is responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents within a Department of Defense (DoD) network environment. This role supports the protection of classified and unclassified systems by leveraging advanced security tools, threat intelligence, and established DoD cybersecurity frameworks.

Requirements

• 1–5+ years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or cybersecurity role
• Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, intrusion detection systems)
• Knowledge of incident response methodologies and frameworks
• Experience with RMF (Risk Management Framework), STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides), NIST 800-53 security controls, DISA policies and compliance standards, advanced threat detection tools, and the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash
• Willingness to work shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Perform duties within secure Department of Defense (DoD) facilities or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF)
• Availability to be on-call as needed
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and coordinate incident response
• CompTIA Sec+ (Per DoD Directive 8570.01-M or successor, this position requires IAT Level 2 or higher certification).
• An active DoD Top Secret clearance is required to start.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Applicant selected may be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems for suspicious activity and potential threats
• Analyze security alerts, logs, and network traffic to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs)
• Perform incident triage, investigation, and escalation in accordance with established procedures
• Respond to cybersecurity incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery efforts
• Document incidents, findings, and actions in accordance with DoD reporting standards
• Correlate threat intelligence with internal events to proactively identify threats
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist with remediation efforts
• Support continuous monitoring requirements under RMF (Risk Management Framework)
• Maintain compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, including STIGs and NIST guidelines
• Collaborate with internal teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and ISSOs

Benefits

• RMC differentiates itself from other firms through its investment in our employees. We invest our resources to train, certify, educate, and build our employees.
• RMC can offer you a great place to work with a small company feel and give you the experience, tuition assistance, and certifications that will take your career to the next level.
• We offer Monday to Friday full-time day shift work, and can assist in paid relocation.
• This also includes a competitive paid vacation package with 11 paid federal holidays.
• Additionally, we also offer high-quality, low-deductible healthcare plans, pet insurance, and a competitive 401K package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees