Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Junior with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on904, McDaniel Court, Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20170, United States
About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Our employees serve as valued partners to essential government agencies and support every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving the most daunting challenges our customers face every day.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Junior to join our team in the greater DMV area, specifically supporting the Army National Guard. In this role, you will be the frontline defender, monitoring security telemetry to detect anomalous activity and triaging incoming alerts. Your day-to-day involves applying standard operating procedures for incident handling, documenting containment steps, and coordinating with CIRT and state stakeholders to maintain situational awareness. You will play a vital part in the incident lifecycle, from initial evidence collection to contributing to lessons learned and playbook refinements for frontline operations.
Hiring Process
The application period for this role is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be adjusted based on business needs and candidate availability. By applying, you express interest in the role and the company. During the review process, selected candidates may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify their identity.
Equal Opportunity
Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, and other characteristics protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
904, McDaniel Court, Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20170, United States
Herndon, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleMonitor SIEM, IDS/IPS, AESS, ACAS, firewall, and endpoint telemetry to detect anomalous activity
- check_circleApply SOPs for incident handling, WCF/FPA screening, and policy-driven responses
- check_circleMaintain incident lifecycle status and document containment steps and preliminary findings
- check_circleCoordinate with SOC analysts, CIRT, and stakeholders to communicate event status
- check_circleContribute to lessons learned and playbook refinements for frontline operations
- check_circlePerform basic log review and IOC validation while collecting initial forensic artifacts
- check_circleTriage incoming phone calls, emails, and tickets while creating and updating incident cases
Requirements
- verified0 years with BS/BA or 4 years no degree
- verifiedActive TS/SCI clearance
- verifiedRelevant DoD/military training (WCYBER200, 230-25D30, M09CVQ1, Cyber Defense Analyst) OR professional certification (CC, CEH, GFACT, GISF)
- verifiedMinimum 0-2 years SOC, incident detection, or cybersecurity operations experience
- verifiedFamiliarity with SIEM workflows, basic log analysis, and security tools (EDR, IDS, ACAS)
Nice to Have
Prior exposure to DoD/ARNG SOC operations, CDAP/CHAP contexts, or enterprise monitoring environments. Willingness to support shift work and on-call rotations. Basic scripting or automation familiarity (PowerShell/Python).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleParental leave401(k) retirement plan
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In this Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Junior with Security Clearance at Peraton role, you will monitor siem, ids/ips, aess, acas, firewall, and endpoint telemetry to detect anomalous activity; apply sops for incident handling, wcf/fpa screening, and policy-driven responses; maintain incident lifecycle status and document containment steps and preliminary findings; and coordinate with soc analysts, cirt, and stakeholders to communicate event status.
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Peraton is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 0 years with BS/BA or 4 years no degree; Active TS/SCI clearance; Relevant DoD/military training (WCYBER200, 230-25D30, M09CVQ1, Cyber Defense Analyst) OR professional certification (CC, CEH, GFACT, GISF); Minimum 0-2 years SOC, incident detection, or cybersecurity operations experience; and Familiarity with SIEM workflows, basic log analysis, and security tools (EDR, IDS, ACAS).
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