Information Security Analyst

COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DBA VIRGINIA PORT A•Portsmouth, VA

3d•$60,681 - $75,852•Onsite

About The Position

The main objective of this position is to support the Security Operations Center (SOC) as the first line of defense to identify potential information security incidents.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
Valid driver’s license
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
Relevant Technical certification required, such as, Security +, Network +, CSA, or other related field certifications.
One year of relevant experience required.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization (written and verbal)
Ability to learn quickly, prioritize multiple tasks, and make quick decisions in an ever-changing environment
Time management skills
PC skills to include Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Listening and observational skills
Selected applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment background check which may include any of the following: Academic record and verification of education and/or certifications; Employment history (including references); Criminal history; Driving record; Fingerprinting; drug and alcohol testing, Fit for duty Physical, Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.
Selected applicant must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Triages and investigates incidents: Checks for new incidents generated and starts investigations. Updates and escalates incidents as necessary and closes them.
Uses security product workbooks and rules to investigate anomalies. Monitors and reviews other security resources for abnormalities and investigates resolution.
Performs vulnerability assessments.
Reviews daily vulnerability reports and provides security updates to supervisor.
Escalates potential security incidents, implements countermeasures, and recommends operational improvements.
Keeps accurate incident notes in case management system.
Provides analysis of the results of the monitoring solutions.
Serves as a member of the Cyber Hunt team and performs advanced investigations as needed.
Performs threat intelligence gathering and investigations.
Actively seeks self-improvement through continuous learning.
Provides shift status reporting.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The Port of Virginia is a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week, 365-day-a-year operation, schedule and location may vary based on the needs of the operation.