Cyber Defense - Soc Analyst (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $130,200 - $210,000 usd; bonus/equity: may b...
Fully remote
24x7 security monitoring
Siem tools like splunk
Analyze security alerts
Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us

Job Summary

  • Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us.
  • Our work supports U.S. federal agencies as they modernize and transform the full employee lifecycle experience and finance operations—so they can operate with greater clarity, accountability, and trust.
  • This role is ideal for someone early in their SOC career who demonstrates strong analytical thinking and a desire to grow in cybersecurity operations.

Matching Summary

Your work days are brighter here. We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us.

Salary

Base: $130,200 - $210,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: May be eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or commission/bonus, annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 24x7 security monitoring
  • SIEM tools like Splunk
  • Analyze security alerts
  • Basic networking concepts
  • Windows and Linux OS familiarity

Nice-to-have

  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • Sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • Empathy and shared enthusiasm
  • Long-term thinking and rigor
  • Curiosity matched with accountability

Key Requirements

  • 2+ years IT/cybersecurity experience
  • Ability to obtain TS/SCI w/CI Poly
  • US Citizenship required
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree
  • DoD 8570 certifications

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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