Tier 1 SOC Analyst

Leidos

Tier 1 SOC Analyst monitoring and analyzing security events for Leidos. Responding to incidents and maintaining system security.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $57,850 - $104,575 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to threats or escalate to Tier 2.
Maintain awareness of ongoing cyber threats over time.
Constantly monitor systems and networks for signs of intrusion, malware, or other security risks.
Document incidents, threats, and false positives in detail.
Update and maintain documentation on current vulnerabilities, and escalate to primary shareholders for critical vulnerabilities.
Relay information about current threats and incidents to team members and stakeholders.
Continuously share knowledge and contribute to improvement of SOC tools and processes.
Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats and defense strategies through continuous learning and training.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
Ability to obtain public trust clearance
1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity
Understanding of SIEM alerting and analytic processes
Capable of solving technical problems following established procedures and policies.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

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Hard Skills & Tools

cybersecuritynetwork monitoringincident documentationvulnerability managementSIEM alertingmalware detectionthreat analysistechnical problem solvingsecurity risk assessmentcontinuous learning

Soft Skills

communicationteam collaborationattention to detailadaptabilityknowledge sharing

Certifications

BS in Information SecurityBS in Computer Science