Tier 2 SOC Analyst

Agile Defense • Washington, DC

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About The Position

At Agile Defense, we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. We are seeking a Tier 2 SOC Analyst for a potential opportunity to support enterprise SOC operations by reviewing and responding to escalated tickets from Tier 1. This role applies working knowledge of cybersecurity to improve incident detection, analyze threat intelligence and support both classified and unclassified environments. The Tier 2 SOC Analyst position requires the ability to work under limited supervision while applying technical expertise to moderately complex problems. This is a unique opportunity to shape the growth, development and culture of an exciting and fast-growing company in the cybersecurity market.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.
• 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.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree