SOC Analyst (Top Secret Cleared / Splunk / Entry-Level) — Huntsville, AL

SOC Analyst (Top Secret Cleared / Splunk / Entry-Level) — Huntsville, AL (Onsite)

Break into high-impact cyber operations. Defend real systems. Work real threats.

We're partnering with a high-performing cyber defense organization supporting critical government missions to hire Junior SOC Analysts (1+ year experience) ready to step into a live Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.

This is an opportunity to move beyond theory and into real-time cyber defense, incident response, and threat analysis—with a team that operates at scale.

Clearance Required:

• Active Top Secret Clearance REQUIRED
• Must be willing to sit for CI Polygraph

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Direct entry into a large-scale enterprise SOC
• Exposure to real-world cyber threats and incident response
• Strong foundation for advancing into:
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Incident Response
  • Cyber Engineering
• Relocation assistance available (up to $10K)

What You'll Do:

• Monitor enterprise systems for security threats and anomalies
• Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents
• Analyze intrusion activity and validate threat intelligence
• Perform forensic analysis, timeline analysis, and file signature review
• Support Incident Response Teams (IRTs) in real-time defense scenarios
• Document findings and contribute to security posture improvements
• Assist in vulnerability identification and remediation efforts

What You Bring (Required)

• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Willingness to obtain CI Polygraph
• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA)
• 1+ year of cybersecurity / SOC experience
• Exposure to Splunk Enterprise Security

Nice to Have:

• Experience with:
  • Microsoft Sentinel
  • SIEM tools beyond Splunk
• Certifications such as:
  • GCIH, GCIA, GCFA, GNFA, GMON
• Understanding of:
  • Incident response workflows
  • Network traffic analysis
  • Threat detection methodologies

Schedule:

• Shift: Wednesday–Saturday | 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 100% onsite — Huntsville, Alabama

Compensation & Benefits:

• $55,000 – $70,000 base salary
• Up to $10,000 relocation assistance
• Full benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • 3 weeks PTO + 2 weeks holidays
  • 401(k) with match
  • Life, STD, LTD coverage

Ideal Candidate:

• Early-career cyber professional ready for hands-on SOC exposure
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Able to operate in a high-pressure, real-time environment
• Motivated to grow into advanced cyber roles

Our Differentiators (Why Candidates Work With Us)

• Access to cleared, high-priority cyber roles with real mission impact
• Transparent guidance on clearance requirements and process
• We protect your candidacy and ensure you stay in channel
• Deep specialization in cyber, cleared, and technical placements
• Fast, responsive partnership to get you placed quickly

If you're ready to step into a live SOC environment and accelerate your cyber career, we want to connect.

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