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MSR Technology Group

Security Operations Center Analyst

Contract · In Office · Herndon, Virginia (USA)

Posted Aug 5, 2026

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MSR Technology Group has been recognized as an Inc. 500/5000 company for the past seven consecutive years. We currently have an urgent opening for an SOC Analyst Level I for an onsite role in Herndon VA 20171.

Position Details

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  • Title: SOC Analyst Level
  • ILocation: 2900 TOWERVIEW RD, Herndon, VA 201
  • 71Duration: Long Term Contrac
  • t Pay Rate: $37.85 per hour on W2 with benefit
  • s
  • Shift: Rotational / 24x7 Coverage as Requi
  • red
  • Job Descript
  • ion.About the
  • RoleWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst Level I to join our cybersecurity operations team. In this role, you will support continuous monitoring, detection, and initial response to security events across enterprise environme
  • nts.
  • You will work in a fast-paced, SLA-driven Security Operations Center (SOC), using tools such as Splunk (SIEM) and ServiceNow to help identify and manage security incidents. This position is ideal for individuals looking to build a strong foundation in cybersecurity operations within a structured and process-driven environment, with opportunities for growth and skill develop
  • ment.
  • Key Responsibi
  • litiesMonitor security events and alerts using Splunk SIEM to identify suspicious activity across network, endpoint, and cloud environ
  • ments.Perform initial triage and investigation of alerts, following defined procedures to determine severity and required ac
  • tions.Respond to security incidents in accordance with established SLAs, ensuring timely escalation and proper han
  • dling.Use ServiceNow to log, track, and document incidents, maintaining accurate records throughout the life
  • cycle.Conduct basic threat research to stay informed on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker techn
  • iques.Support incident analysis by identifying contributing factors and assisting with remediation recommenda
  • tions.Collaborate with security engineering, and threat hunting to resolve incidents and strengthen security con
  • trols.Follow and contribute to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and playbooks to ensure consistent incident res
  • ponse.Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders regarding incident status and actions
  • taken.
  • Required Qualifi
  • cationsBachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent expe
  • rience)Proficient understanding of SOC operations and the incident response li
  • fecycleFamiliarity with SIEM tool
  • Splunk.Exposure to ServiceNow or similar ticketing
  • systemsKnowledge of networking fundamentals, security principles, and log a
  • nalysisStrong analytical and problem-solving
  • skillsAbility to work in a 24x7 operational environment with strict SLA requi
  • rementsEffective written and verbal communication
  • skills
  • Preferred Qualif
  • icationsRelevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Splunk certifi
  • cations)Familiarity with threat intelligence concepts or frameworks such as MITRE AT
  • T&CK2+ years of hands-on experience in security monitoring or incident response envi
  • ronments
  • If your background and experience align with this opportunity, please share your resume in confidence with the conta

ct below:

  • Recruiter Na
  • me: SravanEmail: sravan@msrtechno

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Security Operations Center Analyst

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