CBO - Tier 1 SOC Analyst at cFocus Software Incorporated – Washington, District of Columbia

cFocus Software seeks a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to join our program supporting the Congressional Budget Office (CBO). This position is remote. This position requires a Public Trust clearance.
Qualifications:

• Active Public Trust clearance
• B.S. Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and SOC operations
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, preferably Microsoft Sentinel
• Understanding of common attack vectors and MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Basic knowledge of networking, operating systems (Windows/macOS), and cloud environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow procedures and work in a shift-based environment
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, or equivalent)
• Experience with Microsoft Defender tools (Endpoint, Identity)
• Exposure to log analysis and incident response processes
• Preferred certifications include but are not limited to
  • GCIA, GCIH, CISSP, CEH, or equivalent cybersecurity certifications
  • Microsoft Sentinel or Microsoft security platform certifications
  • Relevant cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS security)
  • Privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP/US, CIPM) where applicable

Duties:

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel)
• Perform initial triage and validation of alerts to determine legitimacy
• Escalate confirmed or suspicious incidents to Tier II analysts per defined procedures
• Document incidents, actions taken, and findings in ticketing systems
• Follow established playbooks and standard operating procedure
• Assist with log review across identity, endpoint, network, and cloud environments
• Support reporting requirements by contributing to weekly and monthly SOC reports
• Maintain situational awareness of emerging threats and indicators of compromise