Our client is a leader in the utility and critical infrastructure sector in the Washington, DC area. They are standing up a new Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) and is seeking an experienced analyst to help build and shape this function from the ground up.

This is an exciting long-term opportunity for a hands-on security professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys designing processes from scratch, and wants to make a lasting impact on organizational resilience, incident readiness, and stakeholder safety.

The role is based in Springfield, VA with a hybrid schedule (four days onsite, one day remote). Please note, in accordance with our client contract, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holders.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll be central to establishing GSOC capabilities, implementing workflows, and driving day-to-day operations once the environment is live. You will:

• Design, implement, and optimize GSOC workflows, playbooks, and escalation paths.
• Monitor global threats, security alerts, and high-risk incidents impacting personnel, assets, or operations.
• Utilize Everbridge to manage critical event notifications, dashboards, and workflows.
• Conduct analysis using OSINT and other intelligence tools to inform response actions.
• Coordinate with internal teams, leadership, and external partners during incidents.
• Prepare concise, executive-ready reports and briefings.
• Support threat detection, incident escalation, and operational continuity during critical events.

This is a high-visibility role with cross-functional collaboration and significant room to influence security operations.

Qualifications

We’re targeting a seasoned security professional with:

• 5–10 years of experience in GSOC operations, corporate security, or intelligence analysis.
• Expertise in Everbridge Critical Event Management (alerting, workflows, dashboards).
• Knowledge of physical security, crisis management, and emergency response.
• Experience with real-time threat monitoring and OSINT tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for executive audiences.
• Familiarity with security technologies (CCTV, access control, IDS, etc.).

Industry experience in utilities, energy, or critical infrastructure is strongly preferred.

Education & Certifications (Preferred, Not Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Intelligence Studies, or related field
  (military or law enforcement experience may substitute)
• Certifications in any of the following are a plus:
• Everbridge Administrator/Specialist
• Crisis/Emergency Management (FEMA ICS, CEM)
• OSINT/Intelligence Analysis (SANS, McAfee, etc.)

Compensation

• The compensation for this role as a consultant starts at $65+/hour, based on experience and qualifications. This rate is subject to change.
• Benefits vary by compensation type and may include paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional optional benefits.

4 Reasons to Join The Squires Group, Inc.:
1. Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi-year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
2. Work-Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
3. Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
4. We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.
 
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The Squires Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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