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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SOC Analyst 2 102-186 - **Company:** Ic-cap Llc - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Data Analysis, Apple Mac Systems, Border Gateway Protocol, Big Data, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Event Logging, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Internet Control Message Protocol, Intrusion Detection Systems, Multi-protocol Systems, Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, SAP ERP, Routing, Pattern Recognition, SAP (Applications), Security Information and Event Management, SQL Databases, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Web Applications, Computer Networking Systems, Malware, Cybercrime - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9130533/soc-analyst-2-102-186 ## About the Role * Must have strong analytical and technical skills in computer network defense operations, ability to lead efforts in Incident Handling (Detection, Analysis, Triage), Hunting (anomalous pattern detection and content management) and Malware Analysis * Experience and ability to with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to non-incidents. This includes security event triage, incident investigation, implementing countermeasures, and conducting incident response * Must be knowledgeable and have hands-on experience with a Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) platforms and/or log management systems that perform log collection, analysis, correlation, and alerting * Strong logical/critical thinking abilities, especially analyzing security events (windows event logs, network traffic, IDS events for malicious intent) * Excellent organizational and attention to details in tracking activities within various Security Operation workflows * A working knowledge of the various operating systems (e.g. Windows, OS X, Linux, etc.) commonly deployed in enterprise networks, a conceptual understanding of Windows Active Directory is also required, and a working knowledge of network communications and routing protocols (e.g. TCP, UDP, ICMP, BGP, MPLS, etc.) and common internet applications and standards (e.g. SMTP, DNS, DHCP, SQL, HTTP, HTTPS, etc.) * Experience with the identification and implementation of counter-measures or mitigating controls for deployment and implementation in the enterprise network environment * Experience with one or more of the following technologies Network Threat Hunting, Big Data Analytics, Endpoint Threat Detection and Response, SIEM, workflow and ticketing, and Intrusion Detection System, * Bachelor's degree AND 5 years related experience -OR- 9+ years of additional, relevant experience, in lieu of degree * Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM * SAP Experience Training : * CSSP Auditor or CSSP Incident Responder (in lieu of Cybersecurity Service Provider Analyst). * Combatting Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) Security Clearance: * Active TS/SCI Clearance and the willingness to sit for a CI polygraph, if needed ## Description Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst 2's primary function is to provide comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through 24×7×365 monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity targeting the enterprise. This position will conduct security event monitoring, advanced analytics and response activities in support of the government's mission. This position requires a solid understanding of cyber threats and information security in the domains of TTP's, Threat Actors, Campaigns, and Observables. Additionally, this candidate must be familiar with intrusion detection systems, intrusion analysis, security information event management platforms, endpoint threat detection tools, and security operations ticket management. This position will support activities within Special Access Programs (SAP) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. 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