Senior SOC Security Engineer (Rockville)

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior SOC Security Engineer for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Regulatory clients. This position is fully remote. SHIFT 3: 11PM - 8AM (EST) We are seeking an experienced Senior SOC Security Engineer with deep technical expertise in alert triage, incident response, cloud security, and network operations to strengthen our security operations. Responsibilities : Security Operations & Incident ResponseMonitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using SIEM and EDR platformsConduct deep-dive investigations into complex threats and vulnerabilitiesPerform proactive threat hunting and develop detection use cases for emerging attack vectorsDevelop and maintain incident response playbooks and proceduresLead incident response efforts during critical security events Security OperationsTriage and investigate security alerts across multiple platformsPerform root cause analysis on security incidentsStay current with threat intelligence, zero-days, and emerging security trendsContribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures Leadership & CollaborationMentor SOC analysts and junior team membersCollaborate cross-functionally with DevOps, engineering, and IT teamsCommunicate security risks and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholdersDrive security awareness and best practices across the organization Security Program DevelopmentDevelop detection use cases and threat hunting methodologiesCreate and maintain application security testing standardsGuide risk mitigation strategies and remediation effortsEnhance SOC capabilities through process optimization and tool enhancement Required Skills : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related technical fieldEquivalent experience may be considered for exceptional candidates7+ years in SOC operations and incident responseProven track record in alert triage and complex threat investigationsHands-on experience with cloud platforms and network securitySIEM & EDR PlatformsProficiency with Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, CrowdStrike, or similar platformsAdvanced query development and correlation rule creationCloud & Network SecurityStrong understanding of AWS, Azure, or GCP security configurationsContainer security expertise (Docker, Kubernetes)Network architecture and security protocolsCloud-native security tool implementationAdvanced analytical thinking and problem-solving abilitiesDeep networking and cloud architecture knowledgeProficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Understanding of modern attack vectors and defense strategiesStrong attention to detail and investigative mindsetExcellent written and verbal communicationAbility to work effectively under pressure during incidentsCross-functional collaboration and stakeholder managementLeadership and mentoring capabilities Preferred Skills :CISSP, CASE, OSCP, CSSLP, or GIAC certifications preferred SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at . SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.