• Serve as an initial point of intake for cybersecurity events, requests, and potential incidents.

• Monitor and triage security alerts and incoming cybersecurity reports.

• Validate, categorize, prioritize, and route incidents to appropriate teams.

• Perform preliminary investigation and evidence collection.

• Document incidents, investigative steps, and escalation decisions.

• Apply established standard operating procedures and incident response playbooks.

• Coordinate with users, system administrators, and security personnel to gather relevant information.

• Identify high-risk activity requiring immediate escalation.

• Support SOC reporting and operational metrics.

• Mentor junior analysts on Tier 1 processes and procedures.

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• Associate degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, information systems, business, communications, or a related field, or an additional two or more years of relevant experience in place of the degree requirement.

• At least 4 years of relevant experience aligned to the responsibilities of this position.

• Experience reviewing and triaging cybersecurity alerts.

• Knowledge of common cyber threats, attack techniques, and security controls.

• Experience working with incident or ticket management systems.

• Strong communication, analytical, and documentation skills.

• CompTIA Security+ certification.

• Ability to obtain and maintain the required federal background investigation, Public Trust determination, or security clearance associated with the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal SOC experience.

• Experience with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, or related security technologies.

• Familiarity with incident response frameworks and procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer.

• Ability to communicate effectively through virtual and in-person meetings.

• Ability to perform duties in an office, remote, or hybrid environment based on program requirements.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The projected compensation range for this position is $90,000.00 - $105,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (for remote opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, QBE invests in its employees beyond just compensation. QBE’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections., $90,000.00