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Leidos · Alexandria, Virginia

Compensation

$108k–$195kper year
$108k$195k
Entry Level
On-siteFull-timeSecurity 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

R-00183836 Description Leidos' Digital Modernization sector is seeking a SOC Analyst to join our team in Alexandria, VA. This position will be supporting Day Shift. Applicants must have a minimum Top Secret with ability to obtain SCI and at least 2 years of experience of incident handling/response in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment. Primary Responsibilities: • Utilize alerts from…

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Most people finish in 10–18 weeks from zero.

1
Foundation
4–6 wks
Get CompTIA Security+
Learn networking basics
Set up a free home lab
2
Build Skills
4–6 wks
Complete TryHackMe SOC Level 1
Practice analyzing alerts
Learn MITRE ATT&CK
3
Get Hired
2–4 wks
Build a lab portfolio
Apply to SOC Analyst I roles
Interview prep with our team

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