Cyber Defense - Senior Soc Analyst (us Federal)

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McLean, VA, USA
Base: $159,600 - $239,400 usd (mclean, va); $144,4...
Fully remote
Cybersecurity operations experience
Advanced splunk expertise
Complex incident investigation leadership
This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring U.S. citizenship and involves operational, high-impact cybersecurity work

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring U.S. citizenship and involves operational, high-impact cybersecurity work.
  • Senior analysts lead deep-dive investigations, coordinate remediation strategies, and contribute to advanced threat hunting and SOC enhancements.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach combining remote and in-person time, with a culture grounded in integrity, respect, and shared responsibility.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring U.S. citizenship and involves operational, high-impact cybersecurity work.

Salary

Base: $159,600 - $239,400 USD (McLean, VA); $144,400 - $258,000 USD (Other US locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and stock grants; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cybersecurity operations experience
  • Advanced Splunk expertise
  • Complex incident investigation leadership
  • Threat detection and response
  • SOAR automation platform usage
  • Work in classified environments

Nice-to-have

  • Strong executive communication skills
  • Collaboration with detection and threat teams
  • Mission-driven federal government support
  • Curiosity and accountability culture
  • Flexible hybrid work environment

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years cybersecurity operations experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to obtain TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance
  • Preferred active TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance
  • Relevant certifications like CISSP, GCIA, GCED, GCIH

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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