Junior SOC Analyst (Q Clearance)

We are seeking a Junior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to monitor security events, investigate incidents, and support containment and remediation activities. The ideal candidate will combine foundational cybersecurity knowledge with strong analytical skills to support real-time security operations. The Junior SOC Analyst role contributes directly to threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring efforts across the enterprise. This is a unique opportunity to shape the growth, development and culture of an exciting and fast-growing company in the cybersecurity market.

What you’ll be doing:

• Monitor security systems and triage alerts.
• Investigate security incidents and document findings.
• Coordinate with other teams to contain and eradicate threats.
• Conduct post-incident analysis and assist in reporting.
• Support continuous improvement of monitoring and detection processes.

• Strong understanding of foundational network and system security concepts.
• Proficiency using cybersecurity tools and platforms.
• Ability to analyze alerts, logs, and system behavior to identify suspicious activity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail.

Must have’s:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.
• Must have the ability to work shifts on a rotating basis for 24/7 support of clients.
• Travel up to 15%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Applicants must hold and maintain an active DOE Q clearance or equivalent DoD Top Secret clearance.

Beneficial to have the following:

• Industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications.

As recognized members of the Cyber Elite, we work together in partnership to defend our nation’s critical infrastructure while building meaningful and exciting career development opportunities in a culture tailored to the individual’s technical and professional growth. We are committed to the belief that our team members do their best work when they are happy and well cared for. In support of this philosophy, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, major carriers for healthcare providers. Highlighted benefits include 144 hours of PTO, 11 holidays, 85% of insurance premiums covered, a 401(k), continuing education, certification maintenance and reimbursement and more.

ShorePoint is a fast-growing, industry-recognized and award-winning cybersecurity services firm focused on high-profile, high-threat public- and private-sector customers who demand experience and proven security models to protect their data. We embrace a ‘work hard, play hard’ mentality and celebrate individual and company successes. We are passionate about our mission and going above and beyond to deliver for our customers, while fostering an environment that supports creativity, accountability, mission success, critical thinking, and a desire to give back to our community.