Tier 1 Analyst (Secret Clearance)

ShorePoint • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ShorePoint is seeking a Tier 1 Analyst (Secret Clearance) for a potential opportunity to support enterprise SOC operations. This role reviews, triages and investigates alerts under direct supervision, contributing to improved incident detection. The Tier 1 Analyst position is designed for individuals starting their cybersecurity careers, requiring foundational knowledge and the ability to apply basic technical principles. This is a unique opportunity to shape the growth, development and culture of an exciting and fast-growing company in the cybersecurity market. Employment for this position is dependent on the successful award of the contract.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and SOC operations.
• Familiarity with incident detection, alert triage and escalation processes.
• Ability to apply foundational technical knowledge to routine problems.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills under supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Bachelor's degree or 3+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.
• Applicants must currently hold and maintain an active Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Industry-recognized certifications.

Responsibilities

• Review, triage and investigate alerts to support incident detection.
• Escalate issues to Tier 2 analysts when appropriate.
• Perform initial analysis of security events to identify potential threats.
• Support SOC monitoring activities under supervision.
• Assist in documenting findings and maintaining SOC records.
• Apply basic technical knowledge to resolve straightforward problems.
• Participate in training and skill development to build cybersecurity expertise.

Benefits

• 18 days of PTO
• 11 holidays
• 85% of insurance premium covered
• 401k
• continued education
• certifications maintenance and reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees