SOC Analyst

Dunhill Government Solutions is hiring 12 SOC Analysts 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

US citizenship is required and candidates must be able to pass a background check in order to obtain a secret security clearance in the future.

• Entry-level cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC, SC-900, or Cisco Cyber Ops 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

• 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

• 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.