Cyber Defense - Senior Soc Analyst (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Primary location base pyy range: $159,600 usd - $2...
Fully remote
Complex security incident handling
Deep-dive investigations
Containment and remediation strategies
The SOC Senior Analyst serves as a senior technical expert responsible for handling the most complex security incidents, leading deep-dive investigations, and coordinating containment and remediation strategies

Job Summary

  • The SOC Senior Analyst serves as a senior technical expert responsible for handling the most complex security incidents, leading deep-dive investigations, and coordinating containment and remediation strategies.
  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing and transforming employee lifecycle experience and finance operations, bringing modern technology, responsible AI, and secure infrastructure.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach combining in-person and remote work, enabling teams to deepen connections and maintain a strong community while spending at least half of their time each quarter in the office or field.

Matching Summary

The SOC Senior Analyst serves as a senior technical expert responsible for handling the most complex security incidents, leading deep-dive investigations, and coordinating containment and remediation strategies.

Salary

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $159,600 USD - $239,400 USD; Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $144,400 USD - $258,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: May be eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • complex security incident handling
  • deep-dive investigations
  • containment and remediation strategies
  • post-incident analysis
  • advanced threat hunting
  • detection development

Nice-to-have

  • curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • empathy and shared enthusiasm
  • long-term thinking
  • building things that last

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations
  • Advanced experience with Splunk
  • Deep knowledge of network, endpoint, and cloud attack techniques
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly is preferred

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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