SOC Analyst

About Us:
At RELI Group, our work is grounded in purpose. We partner with government agencies to solve complex challenges, improve public health, strengthen national security, and make government services more effective and efficient. Our team of over 500 professionals brings deep expertise and a shared commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes. Behind every solution is a group of experts who care deeply about impact—whether we’re supporting data-driven decisions, modernizing systems or safeguarding critical programs.

Position Summary:

RELI Group is seeking a vigilant and detail-oriented Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to support the Information Security and Privacy Services (ISPS) contract. The SOC Analyst will provide real-time monitoring, threat detection, and incident response across CMS systems, ensuring continuous cybersecurity vigilance in alignment with CMS ARS 5.0, FISMA, and Zero Trust Architecture principles. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of log analysis, security events, and common threat vectors, and will collaborate closely with CDM, PAM, and threat intelligence team members to respond to security alerts and enhance defensive measures.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor security events, alerts, and indicators of compromise using SIEM tools and dashboards
• Conduct initial triage, correlation, and escalation of security incidents and anomalies
• Support incident response and resolution in coordination with cybersecurity leads and CMS stakeholders
• Perform log and network traffic analysis to identify unusual behavior or threat activity
• Document incident findings and create after-action reports aligned with CMS and FISMA reporting requirements
• Collaborate with CDM, PAM, and threat intelligence teams to enhance alerting and detection rules
• Ensure alignment with CMS ARS 5.0, NIST 800-53 controls, and SOC operating procedures
• Maintain awareness of current threats and vulnerabilities impacting federal healthcare infrastructure

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a SOC, cybersecurity operations, or threat monitoring environment
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight) and security monitoring tools
• Understanding of incident response procedures, log analysis, and attack indicators
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, RMF, and ARS 5.0 compliance frameworks
• Strong written documentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting CMS, HHS, or federal cybersecurity programs
• Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CEH, or GCIA
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and CDM integration
• Experience with incident ticketing systems and security playbooks
• Exposure to network, host, and application-level monitoring solutions

EEO Employer:

RELI Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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The annual salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to $150,000.00. Actual compensation will depend on a range of factors, including but not limited to the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, certifications, location, other business and organizational needs, and applicable employment laws. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. RELI Group provides a variety of additional benefits to its employees. For additional details on the benefits that RELI Group offers click here