Job Description

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. Thats why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agilityleveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nations vital interests.

Requisition #: 1016

Job Title: Lead Tier 2 SOC Analyst

Location: 14th and C Streets, SW Washington D.C., District of Columbia 20228

Clearance Level: Active DoD -

Required Certification(s):

SOC Analyst or equivalent certification is required. (Equivalent certification covers similar level of information security domains or depth of knowledge and or experience.)

SUMMARY The Bureau of Engraving and Printings (BEP's) core mission is to design and manufacture high-quality security documents that meet customers' requirements for quality, quantity, and performance, as well as counterfeit deterrence.

Provides incident response process, threat intelligence review, incident investigation and reporting. The Tier 2 team is inherently responsible for BEPs Cybersecurity Incident Response Capability(CSIRC) and Privacy incidents response.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee and coordinate the end-to-end cybersecurity incident response lifecycle, including preparation, identification, containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned.

Analyze and prioritize security incidents escalated from Tier 1 SOC analysts, ensuring timely and effective response to mitigate risks.

Create, update, and maintain incident response playbooks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and workflows to ensure consistency and efficiency in handling incidents.

Coordinate Response Activities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., IT, legal, compliance, and external stakeholders) during incident response to ensure alignment and effective resolution.

Collect, review, and interpret threat intelligence from internal and external sources (e.g., open-source intelligence, commercial feeds, or industry reports) to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.

Communicate relevant threat intelligence findings to Tier 1 and Tier 3 teams, as well as other stakeholders, to improve situational awareness and preparedness.

Use forensic tools and techniques to collect and preserve evidence, ensuring chain of custody for potential legal or regulatory purposes.

Leverage Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems and other tools to correlate events and identify patterns of malicious activity.

Serve as the primary point of contact for the organizations Cybersecurity Incident Response Capability, ensuring the team is prepared to handle incidents effectively.

Guide and mentor Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts, providing training on incident response techniques, tools, and best practices.

Continuously assess and enhance the CSIRCs capabilities, including tools, processes, and team readiness, to address evolving threats.

QUALIFICATIONS Required Certifications

SOC Analyst or equivalent certification is required. (Equivalent certification covers similar level of information security domains or depth of knowledge and or experience.)

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT related disciplines

3 years of related experience

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Required Skills

Possess expert knowledge of cybersecurity incident response lifecycle.

Preferred Skills

WORKING CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions

Standard office building with cubes near co-workers

Strength Demands

Sedentary 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles. Some occasional walking or standing may be required. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit; Walk; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; See

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy - Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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