The IT SOC Analyst functions include day-to-day operations of security solutions (SIEM, SOAR) and the identification, investigation, and resolution of security incidents detected by those systems. Secondary tasks include the development and/or implementation of security solutions, which fit into the security architecture.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze potential threats from a multitude of log sources and decide whether events are false positives or potential security threats.

Determine criticality of potential security threats and decide whether to engage in Incident Response.

Incident Response support includes following the PICERL model; Preparation, Identification, Containment, Eradication, Recovery Lessons Learned.

Ability to decide potential impact and whether escalation and reporting are required.

Detailed documentation and reporting of shift activities for review by following shifts and leadership.

Required to operate and escalate in accordance with protocols, procedures and SLAs.

Contribute to the creation and improvement of enterprise security documents, policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures, where appropriate.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or Cyber SecurityExperience:

1+ years of experience in IT related fieldAdditional Requirement(s):

Due to the nature of this position and the need for employees in this position to either work an on-call schedule or be on site within a short period of time, the successful applicant must live within 45-miles of the posted office location.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Industry Certification (GCIH, GMON, etc.)Skills/Abilities:

General knowledge of IPS/IDS, packet/traffic analysis and related tools

General knowledge of information security principles and practices include but are not limited to the following areas: Vulnerability Scanning; Security Information and Event Management systems; Next Generation Firewalls; Network Intrusion; Host Based Security; Data Loss Prevention; Malware Prevention, Digital Forensics, Application Penetration Testing

General knowledge and experience with TCP/IP, Microsoft operating systems, and networks

Basic experience with the following programming or computer languages is recommended but not required: T-SQL (MySQL/MSSQL), PHP, Python, Perl, JavaScript, C#, HTML

Basic experience with the following Operating Systems is recommended but not required: Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Kali Linux, Debian), iOS (current versions), Android OS (current versions), macOS (current versions)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Highly responsive with an ability to handle escalations quickly and professionally

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies

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