SOC Analyst

PUNCH Cyber Analytics Group

. Support a Federal civilian agency’s Security Operations Center (SOC) .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Network Security, Incident Response, and cybersecurity tools, with a strong foundation in TCP/IP and major Internet protocols. Capable of analyzing various logs and working effectively in a Security Operations Center environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Network Security ExperienceIncident Response (IR) ExperienceSplunk ES (SIEM Platform)Cybersecurity Certifications (Security+, CySA+, CEH)Log Analysis (EDR, Windows Event, Sysmon, VPN)

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Hard Skills

Network SecurityTCP/IPRoutingIncident ResponseLog AnalysisCybersecurity ToolsVulnerability ManagementProxy ServersTicketing SolutionsFlexible Scheduling

Soft Skills

Strong Problem-Solving SkillsStrong Verbal Communication SkillsStrong Written Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyAbility to Work in a Team Environment

Tools & Technologies

Splunk ESServiceNowJiraConfluenceMS DefenderGlobalProtect

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+CySA+CEH

Industry Keywords

Security Operations Center (SOC)CybersecurityFederal Civilian AgencyIntrusion DetectionInternet Protocols

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewallsServiceNowSplunkTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a Federal civilian agency’s Security Operations Center (SOC)
Detect, analyze, and mitigate potential intrusions and other security incidents
Learn from an experienced team of security professionals about traditional and unconventional security operations methods
Work assigned 4 days/10-hour shifts across first, second, or third shift schedules
Work weekends and holidays as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years’ work experience in Network Security
Hands-on computer and networking experience
Good understanding of TCP/IP, routing, and major Internet protocols
Strong desire and ability to learn and experiment with new technologies
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Must be a US Citizen
Preferred: BS in a technical field, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Statistics
Incident response (IR) experience
Experience with Splunk ES (SIEM Platform)
Experience with cybersecurity tool logs, including network and web application firewalls, vulnerability management, and proxy servers
Experience analyzing EDR logs (MS Defender)
Experience analyzing Windows event and Sysmon logs
Experience analyzing VPN logs (GlobalProtect)
Experience with ticketing solutions such as ServiceNow
Experience with Jira/Confluence
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Current cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CySA+, or CEH
Willingness to work in a SOC environment
Strong problem-solving skills
Availability for flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays
Ability to clear a Federal Civilian Agency’s clearance process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unique benefits and personal touches to provide a positive work-life experience
4 days/10-hour weekly schedule allowing for 3 days off per week