SOC Analyst II

The SOC Analyst supports the US Department of Energy Office of Scientific and Technical Information (DOE OSTI) by monitoring security events, performing initial incident triage, and assisting with threat analysis using SIEM and other security tools. The role helps maintain network and security infrastructure—including LAN/WAN/WLAN environments, firewalls, EDR platforms, and cloud-based services. Additional responsibilities include troubleshooting across OSI layers 1–3, participating in maintenance activities and project tasks, maintaining documentation, following established procedures, and supporting process improvements to help protect DOE scientific and technical information.  This person will be required to work independently and mentor other SOC Analysts. This is an onsite position, in Oak Ridge, TN.

Qualifications:



Education, Training, Experience

Prefer working toward a degree in information assurance, information security, network administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
High school diploma and 3-5 years of system administration with security tools experience.
US. Citizenship required to obtain and maintain DOE and HSPD‑12 clearances.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment while managing multiple tasks.
Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with attention to detail and quality.
Understanding of OSI layers 1–3 and general knowledge of the full OSI model.
Ability to support 24×7 troubleshooting, including after‑hours maintenance and on‑call rotations.
Strong teamwork, initiative, customer service, and commitment to continuous professional growth.