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Entry Level Security Operations Center Jobs in Washington

Constellis

Joint Security Center Operator

Reston, VA · On-site

$37/hr

Monitor physical and technical security operations globally, ensuring corporate and security ... center operations, or law enforcement. * An Associate's Degree (two years) or higher is preferred.

Securitas

Security Officer - Entry Level

Manassas, VA · On-site

$19.75/hr

Security Operations - Site supervisor, shift lead, operations manager. * Security Technology ... Keep people and property safe at a data center client site. * Observe and report activities and ...

Securitas

Security Officer - Entry Level

Manassas, VA · On-site

$19.75/hr

Security Operations - Site supervisor, shift lead, operations manager. * Security Technology ... Keep people and property safe at a data center client site. * Observe and report activities and ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Security Operations Center vs Security Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Security Operations CenterSecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA SecurityCompTIA Security+, CISSP (preferred), GIAC certifications
Work EnvironmentMonitoring security alerts, incident response, working in a SOC teamAnalyzing security data, investigating threats, reporting findings
Employer & Industry UsageSecurity operations centers across various industriesIT security teams in organizations, cybersecurity firms

In summary, Entry Level Security Operations Center roles focus on monitoring and initial incident response, often requiring certifications like Security+ and working within a SOC environment. Security Analysts typically perform in-depth threat analysis and investigations, often with advanced certifications. Both roles are essential in cybersecurity but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Junior

Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Junior

Peraton

Herndon, VA • On-site

$66K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Peraton rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 206 rated it services

Job description

Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Junior to join our team in the greater DMV area, supporting the Army National Guard.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor SIEM, IDS/IPS, AESS, ACAS, firewall, endpoint, and other security telemetry to detect anomalous activity.
  • Triage incoming phone calls, emails, and tickets; create and update incident cases with time-stamped notes and initial evidence.
  • Apply SOPs for incident handling, WCF/FPA screening, and policy-driven responses; escalate events to Tier-2 with clear risk descriptions and supporting artifacts.
  • Maintain incident lifecycle status, update tickets, and document containment steps and preliminary findings.
  • Coordinate with SOC analysts, CIRT, RCC-ARNG, and state stakeholders to communicate event status and support situational awareness reporting.
  • Perform basic log review and IOC validation; collect and preserve initial forensic artifacts for escalation.
  • Follow escalation procedures and contribute to lessons learned and playbook refinements for frontline operations.

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Qualifications
Qualifications
  • 0 years with BS/BA; 4 years no degree
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance.
  • Candidate must meet ONE of the following:
    • Relevant DoD/military training (examples: WCYBER200; 230-25D30 (CP); M09CVQ1; Cyber Defense Analyst (Basic) Playlist); OR
    • Relevant professional certification or equivalent experience (examples: CC; CEH; GFACT; GISF).
  • Required experience and skills:
    • Minimum 0-2 years SOC, incident detection, or cybersecurity operations experience (entry/junior level).
    • Familiarity with SIEM workflows, basic log analysis, and security tool outputs (EDR, IDS, ACAS).
    • Ability to document incidents clearly, follow playbooks, and escalate with actionable context.
    • Good communication skills for coordinating with analysts and external stakeholders; attention to detail for evidence handling.
  • Desired:
    • Prior exposure to DoD/ARNG SOC operations, CDAP/CHAP contexts, or enterprise monitoring environments.
    • Willingness to support shift work and on-call rotations; basic scripting or automation familiarity (PowerShell/Python) is a plus.

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Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017

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