SOC Analyst Tier 3

Job Title: SOC Analyst Tier 3
Location: Herndon, VA / Onsite
Clearance Level and/or eligibility: Active Secret Clearance Required

Blu Omega is seeking a SOC Analyst Tier 3 to support a federal cybersecurity program. This role operates within a high-visibility Security Operations Center (SOC) environment and is responsible for advanced threat detection, incident response, and security analysis. The position requires experience supporting SOC operations in a mission-driven environment with advanced security tooling.

Program Overview
Mission: Support cybersecurity operations through 24/7 SOC activities, incident response management, and infrastructure support.
Location: Herndon, VA
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required
Work Authorization: Employee must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
Schedule: Shift-based environment with initial day shift, transitioning to assigned shifts (back half days Wed-Sat, 6am-6pm; back half nights Wed-Sat, 6pm-6am).

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and triage security events and alerts generated by SIEM platforms in a 24/7 SOC environment.
• Conduct advanced incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Analyze logs and data from firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoints, and network devices.
• Leverage tools such as Splunk, Tanium, Trellix, Zscaler, MS Defender, and FireEye for threat detection and response.
• Escalate and coordinate incidents, providing detailed documentation and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement of SOC processes, detection use cases, and response procedures.
• Maintain awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a SOC or NOC environment performing security monitoring and analysis.
• Strong experience with SIEM platforms, specifically Splunk.
• Hands-on experience with EDR tools supporting incident investigations.
• Working knowledge of incident response lifecycle.
• Familiarity with operating systems including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, BGP, MPLS).
• Experience analyzing logs from firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security infrastructure.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a federal or government SOC environment.
• Exposure to enterprise security tooling including Tanium, Trellix, Zscaler, Microsoft Defender, and FireEye.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience operating in shift-based environments.

Education

• High School Diploma required; higher education preferred.

Compensation
Salary Range: $75,000 - $115,000
Final compensation is based on technical skills, experience, education, certifications, and clearance.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance, voluntary options available
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health resources
• Telehealth and virtual care options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and federal holidays
• Wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits

Company Overview
Blu Omega is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) delivering technology and cybersecurity solutions to federal agencies and enterprise clients nationwide. Headquartered in Ashburn, VA, we support mission-critical programs across civilian and defense sectors, including health, national security, and regulatory environments.
We partner with government agencies and large integrators to provide expertise in cybersecurity operations, cloud and infrastructure modernization, data and analytics, and enterprise IT support. Our teams are experienced operating within federal contracting environments, supporting task orders, recompetes, and programs requiring cleared personnel and compliant delivery.

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

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