Junior Cyber Security Analyst

Omniscius Consulting•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

This role involves monitoring cybersecurity alerts and events using government-provided tools, analyzing security data from various systems like SIEM and endpoint protection, and assisting with security event triage and investigations. The analyst will identify and document suspicious activity, support daily operations and incident response, and perform research on emerging cyber threats. Key responsibilities include supporting vulnerability management, remediation, and POA&M tracking, as well as participating in risk assessments and insider threat monitoring. The position also requires analyzing cybersecurity data for suspicious activity, developing trend analysis and reporting products, and maintaining cybersecurity records and documentation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or closely related field.
Minimum two (2) years of experience supporting cybersecurity operations, incident response, vulnerability management, SOC operations, or related cybersecurity disciplines.
Experience using cybersecurity monitoring and analysis tools.
Familiarity with SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanning tools, endpoint security technologies, and cybersecurity ticketing systems.
Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented cybersecurity operations environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOJ Public Trust clearance.
U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework and NIST 800-series publications.
Knowledge of FISMA, OMB Circular A-130, and federal cybersecurity requirements.
Experience with threat hunting, incident analysis, malware investigations, and vulnerability remediation.
Ability to analyze and correlate security event data from multiple sources.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience preparing executive-level reports, briefings, and cybersecurity metrics.
Ability to lead technical teams in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience supporting enterprise cybersecurity operations within regulated federal environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

Monitor cybersecurity alerts and events using Government-provided cybersecurity tools.
Analyze security event information from SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and related cybersecurity systems.
Assist with security event triage and initial investigation activities.
Identify and document suspicious activity and potential cybersecurity incidents.
Support daily cybersecurity operations functions.
Support incident response activities under direction of the Cybersecurity Lead.
Assist with collection, preservation, and analysis of incident-related information.
Support maintenance of incident records and case documentation.
Perform research and analysis regarding emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Assist in development of lessons learned documentation following security events.
Assist with execution and review of vulnerability scans.
Support vulnerability remediation activities.
Assist with POA&M development and tracking.
Monitor remediation progress and update cybersecurity records and dashboards.
Participate in cybersecurity risk assessments.
Assist with insider threat monitoring activities.
Support user behavior analytics review and documentation.
Analyze cybersecurity data for indicators of suspicious activity.
Support development of trend analysis and reporting products.
Assist with development of security reports, metrics, briefings, and status updates.
Maintain cybersecurity records, SOPs, and supporting documentation.
Support monthly, weekly, and ad hoc reporting requirements.
Assist with data collection for executive briefing materials.