Agile Defense
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Tier 1 SOC Analyst

United StatesUnited States·WashingtonRegularmid
Soc AnalystCybersecurity
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About Agile Defense At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions.

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Soc AnalystCybersecurity
About Agile Defense
 
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
 
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1778
Job Title: Tier 1 SOC Analyst
Location: On-Site, Washington, DC
Required Certification(s): Security + or equivalent certification is required. (Equivalent certification covers similar level of information security domains or depth of knowledge and or experience.) 
We are looking for a Tier 1 SOC Analyst. The Tier 1 SOC Analyst provides frontline monitoring and triage of security events across the organization’s networks, endpoints, and cloud environments. This role is responsible for reviewing SIEM alerts, performing initial investigation, reducing false positives, and escalating confirmed incidents according to established playbooks. Analysts maintain continuous situational awareness, document findings accurately, and support the broader incident response process by ensuring timely detection and proper handoff of threats to Tier 2 and Tier 3 teams.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT related disciplines
2 years
  • Provides initial and continuous monitoring of automated systems designed to detect and alert on potential cyber incidents.
  • Creates tickets to track issues and closes false positives as results are confirmed.
  • Provides basic investigation and mitigation actions as well as Incident Response support.
  • Experience reviewing and triaging SIEM alerts.
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity and networking fundamentals.
  • Ability to analyze logs and identify suspicious activity. Familiarity with endpoint/security tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender).
  • Strong documentation and communication skills. 
  • On-site in Washington, D.C. 4/5 times a week.
    Our Core Values
     
    Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. 
     
    What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
     
    • Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
    • Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
    • Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
    • Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
    • Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
    • Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
     
    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    Location & Eligibility

    Where is the job
    Washington, United States
    On-site at the office
    Who can apply
    US

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    Posted
    August 6, 2026
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    August 6, 2026
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    Agile Defense: Always Evolving. Agile Defense stands at the forefront of innovation, driving advanced capabilities and solutions tailored to the most critical national security and civilian missions.

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    Agile DefenseTier 1 SOC AnalystUSD 70000–80000