SOC Watchfloor Analyst - Cybersecurity Analyst

Responsibilities

#restonfed Kforce has a client that is seeking a SOC Watchfloor Analyst - Cybersecurity Analyst for a long-term contract role. There is opportunity to for growth potential within the cybersecurity field supporting a mission-critical federal program. Summary: We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join a high-impact team responsible for safeguarding critical systems and infrastructure. This role offers a long-term opportunity to grow within the cybersecurity domain while contributing to a mission of national importance. Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor computer networks for security threats and anomalies
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents and document findings
• Assess the impact of security breaches and support remediation efforts
• Collaborate with the security team to identify and test network vulnerabilities
• Implement and maintain security measures including firewalls and encryption tools
• Recommend and enforce IT security best practices
• Conduct forensic analysis and create secure duplicates of compromised files
• Analyze decrypted data and provide technical summaries
• Perform dynamic analysis including timeline, statistical, and file signature reviews
• Support real-time cyber defense operations and assist deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs)

Requirements

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• To be considered for this position, candidates must have experience in a similar role, or they must possess significant knowledge, experience, and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed
• Relevant education and/or training will be considered a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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

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