**Security Operations (SOC) III** **Washington, DC** **Type:** Contract-to-Hire **Category:** Security **Industry:** Government **Reference ID:** JN -022025-100916 **Date Posted:** 02/19/2025 **Shortcut:** http://careers.eliassen.com/Syb67p + Description + Recommended Jobs **Description:** *Hybrid role in Washington D.C.* The Senior Security Operations Engineer (SOC Operations III) is a pivotal role within our organization, requiring deep expertise in Security Operations Center (SOC) architecture, engineering, incident response, and emerging threat support. This senior position is responsible for leading the design and implementation of SOC operations, ensuring the organization's security infrastructure is robust, effective, and resilient against evolving threats. The role demands a strategic thinker with strong leadership capabilities to guide and mentor the SOC team, manage complex security incidents, and develop proactive strategies to address emerging threats. _Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Public Trust clearance._ Rate: $48 - $55 / hr. w2 **Responsibilities:** + **SOC Architecture and Engineering:** + Design and implement comprehensive SOC architecture and engineering solutions to enhance security posture. + Develop and maintain SOC strategies that align with organizational goals and industry best practices. + **Incident Response:** + Lead and manage complex security incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolution. + Develop and refine incident response plans and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness. + **Emerging Threat Support:** + Stay informed on emerging threats and vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to mitigate potential risks. + Provide surge support during high-threat periods, ensuring the SOC is prepared to handle increased activity. + **Leadership and Team Development:** + Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to SOC team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. + Lead projects and initiatives to enhance SOC capabilities and effectiveness. + **SOC Operations and Maintenance:** + Oversee SOC tool engineering, architecture, and strategy to ensure optimal performance and alignment with security objectives. + Manage SOC tool maintenance and platform/infrastructure operations to ensure reliability and availability. **Experience Requirements:** + Expertise in SOC architecture, engineering, incident response, and emerging threat support. + Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams. + Excellent communication and strategic planning abilities, with a focus on aligning security initiatives with business objectives. + Proficiency in SOC tool engineering, architecture, strategy, maintenance, and operations. + 7-10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on SOC operations and management. **Education Requirements:** + Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. + Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). + Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). _Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._ _W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._ _Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact InfoSec@eliassen.com._ _About Eliassen Group:_ _Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate._ _Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status._ _Don’t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_