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What is the role of a USAF - SOC Lead at cFocus Software Incorporated?

The USAF - SOC Lead position at cFocus Software Incorporated is a Full-Time opportunity in the Admin/Clerical/Secretarial field.

Where is this USAF - SOC Lead job located?

Linthicum Heights, Maryland, 21090, United States

What is the expected salary for this USAF - SOC Lead job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

USAF - SOC Lead job near me in Linthicum Heights, Maryland at cFocus Software Incorporated | Jobs and Employment

cFocus Software seeks a SOC Lead to join our program supporting the United States Air Force (USAF). This position is on-site in Linthicum Heights, MD. This position requires an Active TS/SCI clearance.
Qualifications:

Active TS/SCI clearance
B.S. Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Experience leading SOC personnel or comparable defensive cybersecurity operations.
Experience directing alert triage, threat hunting, investigations, and incident response.
Ability to manage operational priorities, analyst development, coverage, and handoffs.
Knowledge of networks, endpoints, cloud environments, logs, and common cyberattack techniques.
Experience with security monitoring, endpoint detection, vulnerability tools, and detection tuning.
Ability to coordinate remediation and response across operations, engineering, and cybersecurity teams.
Understanding of evidence handling, secure configurations, compliance records, and operational risk.
Strong judgment and communication skills for timely Government reporting and incident coordination

Duties:

Lead SOC analysts and assigned response personnel; prioritize work, coach staff, review investigations, and maintain clear accountability for operational actions.
Plan assigned staffing, coverage, on-call rotations, and handoffs to support required on-site and global response capabilities.
Support SOC stand-up planning, tool configuration, sensor integration with command and control (C2) nodes, and enterprise scanning readiness.
Coordinate centralized defensive operations, including monitoring, penetration testing support, threat hunting, cyber orders and taskers, and incident response.
Oversee alert triage and analysis of security events and trends; validate findings, assess mission impact, and direct approved mitigation actions.
Lead data and intelligence-driven threat hunting and anomaly investigations across DC3 information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) environments.
Direct incident detection, investigation, escalation, and approved containment, eradication, and recovery; keep Government stakeholders informed under established procedures.
Review investigation evidence, incident timelines, and reports for accuracy and completeness; ensure response actions and handoffs are documented.
Coordinate weekly vulnerability assessments with certified specialists; prioritize findings and track remediation with infrastructure, application, and cybersecurity teams.
Maintain effective C2 coordination with Cybersecurity Service Providers (CSSPs), the AFCYBER Operations Center, and applicable higher headquarters authorities.
Manage assigned cyber orders and taskers, coordinate implementation, and support required compliance documentation and Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Assess SOC tools, telemetry coverage, and resource needs; recommend procurement and operational improvements through approved Government processes.
Maintain incident response procedures, escalation guides, and operational documentation; incorporate lessons learned and submit required updates for Government approval.
Coordinate with ISSOs and the ISSM to provide monitoring evidence and remediation status supporting RMF, authorization, and enterprise risk activities.
Recommend improvements based on emerging threats, cybersecurity practices, and technologies, including benefits, risks, and implementation approaches.

USAF - SOC Lead in Linthicum Heights, Maryland at cFocus Software Incorporated

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