Sr. SOC Analyst (WarU E-ITSS)
About Concept Plus Concept Plus is a mission-focused technology solutions provider that transforms IT concepts into impactful solutions for federal agencies. Headquartered in Fairfax, VA, we bring the agility, responsiveness, and customer intimacy of a small business combined with the quality and infrastructure of a larger firm. Recognized as an award-winning Oracle partner, we have delivered innovative solutions across Defense, Intelligence, Civilian, Health IT, and Tribal sectors. Our highly certified experts build systems that drive efficiency, accelerate modernization, and ensure mission outcomes with certainty. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, paid life insurance, paid time off, 11 paid holidays, performance bonuses, tuition reimbursement, unlimited training, and the opportunity to thrive in a collaborative, flexible, and innovative environment. For more information, visit www.conceptplus.com. About the role Concept Plus is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst to serve as a key member of the Enterprise Cybersecurity Operations Support Team, responsible for safeguarding mission critical information systems and sensitive data. This role provides advanced threat detection, analysis, and incident response capabilities in alignment with federal cybersecurity standards (FISMA/NIST) and DoW cyber defense requirements. The Senior Analyst leads complex investigations, refines SOC processes, advises engineering teams, and contributes directly to strengthening the organization’s defensive cyber posture. What you'll do
- Operate and manage enterprise cybersecurity tools including network and host based monitoring, event logging, correlation, and vulnerability scanning (e.g., Splunk/Sentinel, ACAS, Burp).
- Monitor networks and systems for anomalous activity; identify, analyze, escalate, and document sophisticated security incidents.
- Conduct advanced cyber threat intelligence analysis, correlate multi source events, and guide coordinated incident response actions.
- Evaluate system changes, deployments, and configurations for compliance, risk, and alignment with IAVM and DISA VDP requirements.
- Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams to enhance cybersecurity architecture, refine detection signatures, and strengthen defensive monitoring.
- Perform behavioral malware analysis and utilize IDS/IPS, HIPS/HBSS, and packet capture tools to support investigative work.
- Drive continuous improvement by recommending updates to technologies, processes, and detection methodologies to optimize SOC efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- US Citizen
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
- 3+ years working in a SOC or cyber defense environment.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, network protocols, OSI model concepts, system administration, and Zero Trust principles.
- Experience with ACAS tools and enterprise SIEM platforms (Splunk or Sentinel).
- Ability to write and interpret SPL or KQL queries.
- Experience with malware analysis concepts and host/network forensic techniques.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to lead technical investigations.
- Active Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain one
- DoD 8140 Certification Requirements
- * Must meet IAT Level II baseline (Security+ CE, CySA+, CASP+, GSEC, SSCP, CND, CCNA Security, CCNP Security, CCSP, CISA, CISSP or Associate).
- Compliant for CSSP Analyst within 6 months of hire (CEH, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, PenTest+, Cloud+, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, SCYBER).
Preferred Qualifications
- Microsoft Security Operations Analyst certification.
- Experience mentoring junior analysts or coordinating incident response teams.
Concept Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As such, we will give your application full consideration without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.