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Information Security Analyst
SAIC · Reston, VA
Compensation
$56k–$73kper year
On-siteContractSecurity Operations
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What is Security Operations?
You monitor alerts in a Security Operations Center. When something looks suspicious, you investigate.
This role is for you if you're detail-oriented, catch things others miss, and stay level-headed.
📋About the Role
Monitor security controls, support vulnerability assessments, and assist with compliance reporting. Ideal for candidates with strong analytical skills transitioning into cybersecurity.
Security MonitoringVulnerability ManagementComplianceNIST
Your roadmap to get this job
Most people finish in 10–18 weeks from zero.
▸Get CompTIA Security+
▸Learn networking basics
▸Set up a free home lab
▸Complete TryHackMe SOC Level 1
▸Practice analyzing alerts
▸Learn MITRE ATT&CK
▸Build a lab portfolio
▸Apply to SOC Analyst I roles
▸Interview prep with our team
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