DCO Watch Analyst Tier I
About The Position
As a Tier 1 Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Watch Analyst you will be responsible for monitoring and triaging security events within a Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) environment. You will identify and validate suspicious events, escalate incidents as needed, and support basic incident response activities. This role ensures compliance with reporting requirements and operates under close supervision. Position Requirements and Duties Monitor network and host-based systems for suspicious activity using provided tools and SOPs Validate security events and escalate potential incidents to Tier 2 analysts per CJCSM 6510.01B guidelines Enter incident data into designated reporting systems with accuracy and timeliness Assist in managing incident response campaigns by documenting and tracking basic incident details under supervision Provide 24/7 support for incident response during assigned shifts, including non-core hours as needed Participate in training to develop familiarity with CSSP tools and processes Support basic log correlation tasks using tools like Splunk, Elastic, and Sentinel Assist in program reviews and product evaluations as directed Operations are conducted 24/7/365 across three regional operation centers (ROC) Each ROC works four ten-hour shifts (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday) Shift placement is at the discretion of assigned managers Overtime may be required to support incident response actions (Surge) Up to 10% travel may be required
Requirements
- Must have requisite certifications to fulfill DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP-specific requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical discipline or 3+ years of experience working in a CSSP, SOC, or similar environment
- Must be a Citizen of USA
- Must be IAT II and CND IR compliant. Will be required to obtain Windows OS cert - Fed VTE skill soft training with fulfill requirement (Free)
- IAT II Certs and Above: CCNA Security, CySA+ , GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, CCSP
- CSSP Certs: CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CySA+ , GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, PenTest+, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, CND, CCNA-Security, GCFA, CISA, GSNA,, CISM, CISSP, CCISO
- Secret required to start, TS SCI required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Log Aggregation Tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel)
- Experience with IDS/IPS, host-based, and operating system logging solutions
- Knowledge of Incident Response methodologies and procedures
- Experience with digital forensics, threat hunting, and/or incident response
- Familiarity with CJCSM 6510.01B
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Monitor network and host-based systems for suspicious activity using provided tools and SOPs
- Validate security events and escalate potential incidents to Tier 2 analysts per CJCSM 6510.01B guidelines
- Enter incident data into designated reporting systems with accuracy and timeliness
- Assist in managing incident response campaigns by documenting and tracking basic incident details under supervision
- Provide 24/7 support for incident response during assigned shifts, including non-core hours as needed
- Participate in training to develop familiarity with CSSP tools and processes
- Support basic log correlation tasks using tools like Splunk, Elastic, and Sentinel
- Assist in program reviews and product evaluations as directed
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
