SOC Analyst

About This Role

Supporting the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) ISCOM Division, the SOC Analyst provides cyber threat monitoring, analysis, and incident response. This role strengthens program situational awareness and ensures the resilience of critical federal networks, supporting Tier 1 and Tier 2 SOC operations, contributing to playbook development, and maturing cyber defense strategies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, and analyze security threats, risks, and alerts using SOC tools, and initiate escalation as required
• Conduct cyber threat analysis and contribute to reports for program situational awareness
• Provide Tier 1 response to security incidents and support escalation to Tier 2 during high-volume or critical events
• Conduct functional incident response teams during shifts, ensuring accountability and effective resolution
• Conduct malware analysis (static and dynamic) and assess Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)
• Perform network forensics and deep packet inspection to investigate intrusions
• Implement remediation strategies and support recovery activities after incidents
• Recommend process improvements and create new detection content to strengthen SOC operations
• Conduct proactive monthly threat hunts and provide reports to stakeholders
• Collaborate with cyber teams for incident escalation, coordinated responses, and SOC policy/procedure development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; OR equivalent certifications (CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GCIH, GCIA)
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in security operations, incident response, or cyber threat analysis
• Strong knowledge of SOC operations, incident detection, and response workflows
• Familiarity with malware analysis, network forensics, and packet-level inspection
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance required (U.S. Citizenship required)

Nice to have:

• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, GCFA, GCIH, GCIA, or equivalent
• Prior experience supporting NTIA, Department of Commerce, or other federal civilian agencies
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, and endpoint monitoring tools
• Familiarity with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Experience developing and maturing SOC playbooks, processes, and detection capabilities

About the Company

Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s “Perpetual Innovation” culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for their clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with their clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.