Senior SOC Operations Analyst (Watch-Floor)

Job Description Senior SOC Operations Analyst (Watch-Floor)Huntsville, AL 100% Onsite Full-Time Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 Active Top Secret Clearance Required A leading government-focused technology contractor is seeking Senior SOC Operations Analysts to join a high-performing cyber defense team supporting a large enterprise Security Operations Center (SOC) environment. This is a fully onsite role in Huntsville, Alabama. Candidates must hold an active Top Secret clearance and be eligible to sit for a CI Polygraph. Position Overview The Senior SOC Analyst will monitor, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats within a large-scale enterprise SOC environment. This role requires strong hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise Security and deep familiarity with incident response, intrusion analysis, and forensic investigation. This position supports real-time cyber defense operations and deployable Incident Response Teams. Key Responsibilities Monitor enterprise networks for security incidents and suspicious activity Investigate security breaches and cybersecurity events Conduct intrusion analysis and confirm indicators of compromise Create forensically sound duplicates of affected systems/files Perform dynamic analysis including timeline, statistical, and file signature analysis Decrypt data and provide technical summaries Document incidents and assess impact Identify vulnerabilities through testing and analysis Support penetration testing and remediation efforts Implement and recommend IT security best practices Support real-time cyber defense and incident response operations Requirements Required Qualifications Active Top Secret clearance Willingness and eligibility to sit for CI Polygraph Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) 8+ years of overall cybersecurity experience Strong experience in SOC environments Hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise Security Preferred Qualifications Experience with Microsoft Sentinel GIAC certifications such as: GCIH GCFA GCIA GNFA GMON Benefits Shift Availability Two openings available: Wednesday - Saturday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday - Wednesday 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000 Relocation assistance available (up to $10,000) Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, paid time off, and holiday pay

Created: 2026-03-04