SOC Analyst Jobs in Washington

SOC Analyst jobs in Washington are among the most active in the country, concentrated in defense contracting, cloud technology, and federal agency support, with openings at every level from entry-level security operations center tier-one roles through senior threat intelligence leads. Seattle, Redmond, and the Puget Sound corridor are the dominant hiring hubs, anchored by employers like Microsoft, Amazon, and Booz Allen Hamilton, which maintain large and sustained security operations in the state. The most in-demand specialties are SIEM engineering, incident response, and cloud security monitoring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerAmazon
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring7
Work type70% Hybrid
Top industryLaw

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Senior Security Data Analyst
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Senior Security Data Analyst
Milestone Technologies
Seattle, Washington
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
$110k - $120k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Senior Staff Product Security Engineer | Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT)
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Senior Staff Product Security Engineer | Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT)
ServiceNow
Kirkland, Washington
Backend Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
$201k - $352k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree
10,000+

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Sr Incident Response Engineer, Amazon Leo
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Sr Incident Response Engineer, Amazon Leo
Amazon.com
Redmond, Washington
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
$178k - $227k/yr
10,000+

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Business Systems Analyst Consultant - Device Management & Endpoint Security
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Business Systems Analyst Consultant - Device Management & Endpoint Security
Kalles Group
Seattle, Washington
Consulting & Professional Services
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$90k - $105k/yr
Hybrid
11-50

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Fraud & Security Analyst
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Fraud & Security Analyst
1st Security Bank
Aberdeen, Washington
Business Analysis
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$26.45 - $31.25/hr
Bachelor's degree

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SOC Analyst Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
13 jobs
Redmond
5 jobs
Bingen
1 job
Aberdeen
1 job
Bellevue
1 job
Kirkland
1 job
Vancouver
1 job

SOC Analyst Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Amazon4 open roles
Microsoft3 open roles
SpaceX2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Law & Legal Services
  • Technology & Software

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in SOC analyst jobs across Washington.

  • Active CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification recognized by Washington defense and enterprise employers
  • Experience monitoring and triaging alerts in a SIEM platform such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel
  • Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework for threat detection and incident classification
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance, required by many Washington defense contractors
  • Understanding of network protocols, firewall logs, and endpoint detection and response tools
  • Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, or a related technical field preferred

SOC Analyst Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a soc analyst in Washington?

Washington does not require a state-issued license to work as a soc analyst, so the path runs through education and industry certification. Most employers expect at minimum a CompTIA Security+ credential alongside an associate or bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or information systems. Candidates targeting defense contractors in the Puget Sound area should also begin the process of qualifying for a security clearance early, as it significantly expands the pool of available roles.

How much do SOC analysts make in Washington?

SOC analysts in Washington earn a median of about $129,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,470 for the lowest 10% to over $197,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire soc analysts in Washington?

Employers hiring soc analysts in Washington right now include Amazon, Microsoft, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's concentration of defense contractors, major cloud platform operators, and federal agency field offices makes it one of the deepest and most consistent markets for security operations roles in the nation.

Which Washington cities have the most soc analyst jobs?

Seattle, Redmond, and Bingen account for the largest share of soc analyst openings in Washington. Seattle and Redmond drive the bulk of demand through the headquarters and major campuses of large technology companies, while Bellevue and the broader Eastside corridor have grown as a secondary tech hub, and Tacoma and the Joint Base Lewis-McChord area generate steady demand from defense contractors and federal agencies.

Are there remote soc analyst jobs in Washington?

Yes, and more than most fields, since much of the work involves monitoring dashboards, analyzing log data, and communicating findings through digital tools that translate well to remote environments. About 90% of soc analyst openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though roles requiring a security clearance or on-site access to classified systems are almost always in-person. Threat intelligence and cloud security monitoring positions tend to offer the most schedule flexibility.

How can I get hired as a soc analyst in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a tier-one security operations center role, which many Washington employers treat as a training ground for analysts who hold a CompTIA Security+ but have limited hands-on experience. Microsoft and Amazon both run early-career security programs and regularly hire from community college cybersecurity programs at schools like Bellevue College and South Seattle College. Candidates moving from IT helpdesk, network operations, or system administration roles have a clear lateral path, and building a home lab or earning a cloud security associate credential strengthens any entry-level application.

Where can I find and apply to soc analyst jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to soc analyst jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and target city, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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