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JFL Consulting LLC

SOC Lead

Springfield, VA · On-site

$170K - $220K/yr

SOC Lead Place of Performance: Springfield, VA Experience Level: Senior-Level (10+ years) About JFL ... Make escalation decisions such as activating T3/IR, on-call engineers, and management chain as ...

SOC

Internal Site Guard

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

SOC is a trusted global provider of mission solutions with a history of assuring safe and effective ... engineering, explosive ordnance storage and disposal, and international logistics and life support ...

JFL Consulting, LLC

SOC Lead

Springfield, VA · On-site

$170K - $220K/yr

SOC Lead Place of Performance: Springfield, VA Experience Level: Senior-Level (10+ years) About JFL ... Make escalation decisions such as activating T3/IR, on-call engineers, and management chain as ...

SOC

Administrative Assistant/Scheduler

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

SOC is a trusted global provider of mission solutions with a history of assuring safe and effective ... engineering, explosive ordnance storage and disposal, and international logistics and life support ...

SOC

Internal Roving Security Guard Team Leader

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

SOC is a trusted global provider of mission solutions with a history of assuring safe and effective ... engineering, explosive ordnance storage and disposal, and international logistics and life support ...

Deloitte

Cyber - Google SecOps - Manager

Mclean, VA

Collaborating with security operations center (SOC) analysts and threat detection engineers to prioritize, develop, tune, and maintain threat detection rules in Google SecOps to identify malicious ...

Tyto Athene, LLC

Senior SOC Professional

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$170K - $180K/yr

Description Tyto Athene is searching for a Senior-level SOC Professional to lead and advance the ... Certified Network Security Engineer (CNSE) is preferred. Clearance: * Top Secret Clearance, SCI ...

Tyto Athene, LLC

Senior SOC Professional

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$170K - $180K/yr

Description Tyto Athene is searching for a Senior-level SOC Professional to lead and advance the ... Certified Network Security Engineer (CNSE) is preferred. Clearance: * Top Secret Clearance, SCI ...

SOC

Guard Shift Leader

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

SOC is a trusted global provider of mission solutions with a history of assuring safe and effective ... engineering, explosive ordnance storage and disposal, and international logistics and life support ...

Comcentric, Inc

SOC Analyst I

Herndon, VA · On-site

$32 - $38/hr

We are seeking a SOC Analyst I for a 12-month contract that is hybrid in Herndon, VA. ****this is a ... analytics, engineering, operations, and business services. Our team focuses on responsive ...

ECS

SOC Analyst IV with Security Clearance

Hampton, VA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Working alongside the SOC Manager, threat hunting teams, and security engineers, you will lead the most complex investigations, mentor junior analysts, and contribute directly to the continuous ...

Leidos

SOC Analyst

Alexandria, VA

$87K - $157K/yr

Leidos' Digital sector has frequent opportunities available for SOC Analysts to join our team in ... In-depth knowledge of architecture, engineering, and operations of at least one enterprise SIEM ...

Leidos

SOC Analyst

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

Leidos' Digital sector has frequent opportunities available for SOC Analysts to join our team in ... In-depth knowledge of architecture, engineering, and operations of at least one enterprise SIEM ...

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How much do soc engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for soc engineer in Virginia is $92,097.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,049.00 and $118,648.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much do SOC engineers make?

SOC engineers typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, certifications, and location. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced professionals with certifications like CISSP or CEH can earn higher salaries, especially in high-demand environments with specialized skills in security tools and incident response.

What is a SOC engineer?

A SOC (Security Operations Center) Engineer is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents within an organization. They configure security tools, investigate threats, and implement measures to protect networks and data from cyberattacks. SOC Engineers also create security policies, generate reports, and collaborate with analysts to improve incident detection and response. Their role is crucial in maintaining a company's cybersecurity posture and minimizing risks.

What does a SOC engineer do?

A typical day for a SOC Engineer involves monitoring security alerts, investigating potential threats, and collaborating with team members to respond to incidents quickly and effectively. You’ll review logs and network traffic, conduct vulnerability assessments, and document findings to ensure the organization’s systems remain secure. The role often requires working in shifts to provide 24/7 coverage, and there is frequent interaction with IT, risk management, and other business units. Over time, SOC Engineers can advance to senior analyst roles, specialize in threat intelligence, or move into cybersecurity leadership positions. This dynamic environment offers continuous learning opportunities and exposure to the latest security technologies and attack tactics.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a SOC engineer?

To thrive as a SOC (Security Operations Center) Engineer, you need expertise in cybersecurity concepts, incident response, threat analysis, and a relevant degree or certifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH. Familiarity with SIEM platforms (such as Splunk or QRadar), firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability scanning tools is crucial. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this position. These skills enable SOC Engineers to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents efficiently, protecting organizational assets from cyber threats.

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Infographic showing various Soc Engineer job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,097 per year, or $44.3 per hour.

Mid-Level Application Developer

Outsourced CIO LLC

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Company Description

We work with growing companies to provide oversight of information technology strategy, systems, and processes required to support a company's mission.  Because these companies are not ready to hire a full-time Chief Information Officer (CIO) to ensure the tech systems and procedures lead to outcomes in line with business goals, they outsource that to us.  Our clients say we help demystify technology by removing their fears and creating business value through technology, so they can focus on their business.

Job Description

We are seeking a Mid-Level Application Developer to join our team in Alexandria, VA.

The Engineer will be leading critical SOC engineering projects including projects such as launching applications into the AWS Cloud, Splunk logging, and SIEM implementation, etc. The Project Engineer will need to work with the customer to prioritize operational issues, engineering activities, and development efforts, and drive the schedule to completion. Other projects will include setting up and guiding a Task Management solution to track Engineering and Program Management initiatives. The CBP SOC is a new task order, and new customer space; this Project Engineer will help to better establish and foster the customer relationship.

Primary Responsibilities will include:

  • Lead highly visible CBP SOC projects and initiatives to closure
  • Lead key customer briefings and generally assisting the SOC leadership (Government and contractor in execution and strategy)
  • Lead updates to Processes, SOPs, and Best Practices
  • Ensure high quality of all contractual deliverables
  • Facilitate quality comments back to the analysts and leads for the source data to ensure the best data for future analysis
Qualifications
  • A Secret Clearance is required with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret SCI.
  • In addition to specific security clearance requirements, all CBP SOC employees are required to successfully complete a CBP Background Investigation to support this program.

  • Must Have One of the Following J3 Certifications:

    CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP)

    CompTIA Security+

    GCIH - Incident Handler

    GCWN - Windows Security Administrator

    GISF - Security Fundamentals

    GSSP - Secure Software Programmer

    GICSP -Cyber Security Professional

    GSSP - Secure Software Programmer

    SEI (Software Engineering Institute)

    CCSP - Certified Cloud Security Professional

    CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security

    CSSLP - Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional

    SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner

    CCNP

    CCNP Security

    CCIE Security

    CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker

    ENSA - EC-Council Network Security Administrator

    ECSP - EC-Council Certified Secure Programmer

    MCSE - Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (Server)

    RHCA

    RHCE

    VCA (Certified Associate)

    VCP (Certified Professional)

    VCAP (Certified Advanced Professional)

    VCIX (Implementation Expert)

    VCDX (Certified Design Expert)

    Converged Infrastructure Specialist

    Certified Implementation Engineer Specialist

    Certified Data Administrator Professional

    Certified Storage Associate

    Certified Splunk Architect

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