SOC Analyst Tier 1 - Multiple Positions

About Vaultes

Vaultes is a rapidly growing cybersecurity and digital services company headquartered in the Washington DC metro area. Serving customers across the Federal government and commercial sectors, we use our broad experience and deep technical expertise to implement customized solutions that enable mission achievement and secure the world through technology. 

FAST: The Vaultes Way

F – Frictionless Collaboration: We lead with humility and are easy to work with. Our ego-less, one-team mindset keeps progress moving.

A – Accountable & Adaptable: We do what we say we will and own our outcomes. Rooted in a growth mindset, we flex with change and stay aligned to mission needs.

S – Secure by Design: We protect what matters most. Security and integrity guide our decisions, ensuring resilience and confidence for our clients and partners.

T – Trusted Partners: We work side by side with clients and colleagues, earning trust through accountability, openness, and shared success.

About the Role

The SOC Analyst Tier I will support day-to-day security operations by monitoring security events, performing initial alert triage, and escalating potential incidents in accordance with established procedures. This role serves as an analyst within the Security Operations Center and helps maintain situational awareness across enterprise systems, networks, cloud services, endpoints, and security tooling. This role supports a mission-critical cybersecurity initiative for a Federal customer. 

This is a full-time position contingent on contract award.

Responsibilities

•  Monitor SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, email security, vulnerability, and other security platforms for suspicious activity.
•  Perform initial triage of alerts and identify potential false positives versus events requiring further investigation.
•  Collect and review basic log data, endpoint telemetry, and network activity to support analysis.
•  Escalate suspected security incidents to Tier II/III analysts in accordance with defined procedures.
•  Document alerts, actions taken, and relevant details in ticketing/case management systems.
•  Follow established playbooks and standard operating procedures for alert handling.
•  Support incident response activities by gathering information and coordinating with senior analysts as needed.
•  Assist with vulnerability findings review and route issues to appropriate teams.
•  Participate in shift turnover reporting and maintain accurate operational notes.
•  Contribute to maintaining accurate documentation and knowledge base articles.
•  Other responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust .
• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information systems, computer science, or related field; equivalent experience may be substituted.
• 1–3 years of experience in a SOC, cybersecurity, IT support, or related technical role.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms, ticketing systems, or security tools.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, common threats, and incident triage processes.
• Familiarity with Windows environments, networking fundamentals, and general IT systems.
• Familiarity with NIST or similar cybersecurity frameworks.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Public Trust
• Experience working on a Federal contract
• Experience with tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Defender, or similar technologies
• Relevant entry-level certifications such as Security+, Microsoft SC-200, or CySA+

Perks and Benefits

• Paid time off 
• Paid holidays
• Work-from-home opportunities
• 401k with matching incentive
• Competitive Medical/dental/vision benefits
• Company provided life insurance
• Company provided short-term disability

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Capable of operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, and frequently communicate with co-workers, management, and customers.

This is a Full-Time, W2 position. Corp-to-Corp and 1099 ineligible.

Vaultes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.