SOC Incident Response Analyst I (6am-2pm)

General Dynamics Information Technology
Lanham, MD, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$72,250.0 - $97,750.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Bash Shell Cloud Computing Security CompTIA Security+ Cyber Security Digital Forensics Domain Name System (DNS) Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP) Intrusion Detection Systems Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
+16 more
Python (Programming Language) Networking Basics Windows PowerShell ArcSight SIEM Tool Security Information and Event Management TCP/IP Scripting Mitre Att&ck QRadar Cyber Threat Analysis Firewalls (Computer Science) Information Technology Cybercrime Splunk SentinelOne Expertise Security Orchestration, Automation & Response

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Incident Response SOC Analyst I to join our SOC team. In this entry-to-mid-level role, you will work under the guidance of senior analysts to monitor security telemetry, triage alerts, perform initial investigations, and assist with containment and remediation activities. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in incident response, threat hunting, forensics, and security tooling., Monitor and triage security alerts from SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and other security telemetry sources. Conduct initial incident validation, categorize incidents, and determine severity levels. Perform basic to intermediate incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and recovery steps under supervision. Gather and preserve digital evidence following standard operating procedures and chain-of-custody requirements. Collaborate with IT and security teams to apply mitigations, patches, and configuration changes. Document investigation steps, findings, and remediation actions in incident tickets. Participate in post-incident reviews (PIR) and help develop lessons learned. Respond to on-call rotations as required. Expand knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, common attack techniques, and security best practices. Assist with monitoring and improving SOC processes, playbooks, and runbooks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Minimum 1 year of professional experience in cyber incident response Foundational knowledge of cyber security concepts, such as incident handling lifecycle, threat intelligence, and basic forensics. Familiarity with security tools (SIEM, EDR, SOAR, threat intel feeds) and basic incident response workflows. Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight), EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender, SentinelOne), and basic SOAR concepts. Experience with incident response tooling, digital forensics, and evidence handling. Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, VPNs, firewalls). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach. Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to produce clear incident reports and documentation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and participate in on-call rotations (as needed). Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in cybersecurity.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, SANS GCIH, GIAC GCIA, or equivalent). Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and common attacker techniques. Familiarity with cloud security concepts (AWS/Azure/GCP) and cloud incident response considerations. Scripting or automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) a plus., Years of Experience 1 + years of related experience

  • may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Benefits & conditions

401(k) matching, Paid time off, Internal mobility program Evening shift, Day shift, On call, At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters., The likely salary range for this position is $72,250 - $97,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

About the company

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

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