SOC Analyst

Dunhill Government Solutions is hiring 12 IT support professionals for a federal technology program in San Antonio, Texas. This is a fully onsite role, day shift, supporting production and development systems for a large enterprise environment.

As part of our Cyber Defense and Managed Security Services team, you’ll analyze security alerts, triage incidents, and ensure organizations maintain a strong security posture in an increasingly complex digital environment.

This role offers an excellent entry point into cybersecurity, where high performers often grow into advanced analyst or security engineering roles within 12-18 months.

You’ll work in a collaborative environment that promotes continuous learning, career growth, and exposure to leading enterprise security technologies.

What sets us apart

• Opportunities to work in a Security Operations Center environment
• Rapid career progression into Tier 2 SOC, Threat Hunting, or Incident Response roles
• Comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, paid time off, and retirement plan options
• Access to leading security platforms including SIEM and EDR technologies
• Continuous professional development through security certifications and technical training
• Collaborative culture with access to global cybersecurity experts
• Opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge security investigations and threat detection initiatives

What You’ll Do

As a valued member of the SOC team, you will:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts generated by SIEM and endpoint security tools
• Perform initial triage and investigation of security incidents
• Document findings and update incident tickets within the SOC ticketing system
• Escalate confirmed or complex incidents to senior analysts following SOC playbooks
• Identify potential phishing attempts, malware activity, and suspicious network behavior
• Follow defined SOC procedures, security playbooks, and escalation protocols
• Collaborate with SOC team members to maintain operational visibility and incident response readiness
• Continuously learn emerging cybersecurity threats and defense techniques

Basic Qualifications

• 6 months - 1 year of experience in Cyber Security, SOC operations, IT Support, or IT Helpdesk
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work in a 24×7 SOC environment, including evenings or weekends if required

Candidates must be US citizens and be eligible to obtain a DoD secret security clearance in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Entry-level cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC, SC-900, or Cisco CyberOps Associate
• Exposure to SIEM or security monitoring tools
• Basic knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
• Understanding of phishing, malware, authentication, and common cyber threats
• Post-secondary education in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or Computer Science

Professional Skills

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Ability to troubleshoot and investigate security alerts methodically
• Strong written documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced SOC environment
• Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills

Role Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Environment: 24×7 Security Operations Center
• Function: Cyber Defense / Security Monitoring
• Career Path: SOC Analyst → Senior SOC Analyst → Incident Response / Threat Hunting

Compensation: $35.00 - $43.00 per hour, full time, 40 hours per week. Onsite in San Antonio, Texas. Day shift.

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