SOC Task & Integration Lead

As a Security Operations Center (SOC) Task Lead, you’re in the middle of the action, responding to and mitigating threats in real time. You’re the first line of cyber defense for your organization, and they look to you for guidance on best practices and security measures. We need a SOC Task Lead to help us secure critical infrastructure from the constant onslaught of cyber-attacks against the federal government’s networks.

About the role

On our SOC team, you’ll oversee efforts to find the advanced threats that are escaping detection by leading teams that analyze logs, forensic data, and threat intelligence. Using your deep understanding of our client’s networks combined with your cybersecurity experience, you’ll analyze patterns to understand attackers’ goals and stop them from succeeding. Once your team finds the adversary in the SIEM’s blind spot, you’ll advise our client on ways to close the gaps and harden their network.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in an IT or cybersecurity field
• 3+ years of experience leading cybersecurity operations teams, including managing large analyst groups performing monitoring, detection, and incident response
• 3+ years of experience developing enterprise-wide SOC concepts of operations, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of network operations, incident response, and enterprise level detection and monitoring
• Ability to create and refine organizational processes, documentation, and technical guidance
• Secret clearance
• HS diploma or GED
• Cybersecurity Certification such as CISSP, GCIH, GSOC, or GSOM Certification

Nice to have

• Experience supporting implementation of SIEM SOAR and UEBA capabilities and prioritizing automations based on operations signals
• Experience supporting SOC solutioning pilots or mission system integrations across federal agencies
• Knowledge of enterprise network architectures and SOC technology stacks
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or a related field

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.

Benefits

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include:

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Pay

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD).

Schedule

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.