Cyber Security Services – Sr. SOC Analyst

Job Type Full-time Description

LOCATION: Fort Gregg-Adams, VA (Hybrid)

Company Description:

ASG is a Minority- and Woman-Owned, Physician-Owned small business with over 15 years of experience in federal government contracting. We deliver a wide range of technology services, including software development, mobile apps, AI/ML, analytics, data science, big data, DevSecOps, digital transformation, cloud, and cybersecurity. ASG is CMMI Level 3 certified and holds ISO 9001:2015, 20000-1:2018, and 27001:2022 certifications.

Job Description:

 

ASG is seeking a Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst. This role is embedded within a multidisciplinary team supporting IT service delivery, cybersecurity, cloud operations, application modernization, and mission system sustainment for DeCA’s worldwide enterprise. 

The Senior SOC Analyst will provide advanced cyber defense monitoring, incident response, and compliance support to protect mission-critical systems and networks. This role involves working with cross-agency partners to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats in real time, while ensuring alignment with DoD cybersecurity standards, CND directives, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements. 

What You Will Do: 

• Monitors enterprise network and system activity using SOC tools (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight, QRadar, or ELK), detecting and triaging potential security incidents. 
• Conducts threat analysis, correlation, and forensic investigation of security events. 
• Provides Tier II/Tier III incident response support, including containment, eradication, and recovery actions. 
• Develops and maintains incident reports, dashboards, and metrics in alignment with SLA and compliance requirements. 
• Assists with continuous monitoring and RMF accreditation activities, ensuring findings are documented and tracked in eMASS. 
• Applies DoD STIGs and DISA security directives to maintain secure system configurations. 
• Collaborates with IA/Compliance teams on vulnerability management and POA&M remediation tracking. 
• Supports cyber threat hunting activities and recommends detection improvements to SOC playbooks and runbooks. 
• Mentors junior analysts, providing technical guidance and knowledge transfer. 
• Participates in CND exercises, DISA-directed readiness drills, and audit support. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

What We Need: 

• Minimum 6 years of Cybersecurity/SOC experience, with at least 3 years in a DoD or enterprise SOC environment. 
• Demonstrated expertise incident detection, analysis and response. 
• Expertise in managing and executing multiple complex work assignments. 
• Ability to apply originality and innovation in developing solutions to broad or challenging tasks. 
• Proven experience operating with independence and discretion in creating methodologies and delivering solutions. 
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical or operational challenges. 
• Travel up to 25% may be required based on project needs. 

Certifications 

• DoD 8570/8140 IAT II or III baseline certification (Security+ CE minimum) 
• One of: CEH, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, or CISSP Analyst (CSSP Analyst role compliance). 

Clearance:

Active Secret Clearance (Top Secret preferred).

Even Better 

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or related field (experience may substitute). 
• Splunk Certified Power User / Splunk Certified Admin or similar SIEM certification. 
• GIAC certifications (e.g., GCFA, GNFA, GCED) for advanced SOC/IR capability. 
• Familiarity with ACAS, HBSS, Tanium, or other DoD cyber defense tools. 
• Experience with MITRE ATT&CK framework and structured threat hunting. 
• Knowledge of cloud security monitoring (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government). 
• Strong communication skills for preparing after-action reports, briefings, and compliance documentation. 

Additional Information

ASG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at hr@a2-g.com.

Perks

- Healthcare Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off