Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst II

Targeted Solutions, LLC•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst II provides comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through 24x7x365 monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity targeting the enterprise. This position conducts security event monitoring, advanced analytics, and response activities in support of the government’s mission. The role requires a solid understanding of cyber threats and information security, including TTPs, Threat Actors, Campaigns, and Observables. Familiarity with intrusion detection systems, intrusion analysis, security information event management platforms, endpoint threat detection tools, and security operations ticket management is essential. This position will support activities within Special Access Programs (SAPs) for Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, providing day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Requirements

Solid understanding of cyber threats and information security in the domains of TTP's, Threat Actors, Campaigns, and Observables.
Familiarity with intrusion detection systems, intrusion analysis, security information event management platforms, endpoint threat detection tools, and security operations ticket management.
Strong analytical and technical skills in computer network defense operations.
Ability to lead efforts in Incident Handling (Detection, Analysis, Triage) and Hunting (anomalous pattern detection and content management) and Malware Analysis.
Knowledgeable and hands-on experience with a Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) platforms and/or log management systems that perform log collection, analysis, correlation, and alerting.
Strong logical/critical thinking abilities, especially analyzing security events (windows event logs, network traffic, IDS events for malicious intent).
Excellent organizational and attention to details in tracking activities within various Security Operation workflows.
Working knowledge of various operating systems (e.g. Windows, OS X, Linux, etc.) commonly deployed in enterprise networks.
Conceptual understanding of Windows Active Directory.
Working knowledge of network communications and routing protocols (e.g. TCP, UDP, ICMP, BGP, MPLS, etc.) and common internet applications and standards (e.g. SMTP, DNS, DHCP, SQL, HTTP, HTTPS, etc.).
Experience with the identification and implementation of countermeasures or mitigating controls for deployment and implementation in the enterprise network environment.
Experience with one or more of the following technologies: Network Threat Hunting, Big Data Analytics, Endpoint Threat Detection and Response, SIEM, workflow and ticketing, and Intrusion Detection System.
5 - 7 years of directly related experience.
Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM (must be articulated on resume).
Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent experience (minimum 4 years).
Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 or Information Assurance Manager Level 2 or CND Auditor or Incident Responder certification within 6 months of the date of hire.
Top Secret w/SCI Eligibility.
Current clearance as defined in the Task Order.
Eligibility for access to Special Access Program Information.
Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph.
Robust knowledge of common attack methodologies, tactics and protocols.
Knowledge of the TCP and IP protocol suite, security architecture, DNS and remote access security techniques and products.
Technical experience in the information security field utilizing a mix of security technology such as: Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), Firewalls & Log Analysis. SIEM, Network Behavior Analysis tools, Antivirus, and Network Packet Analyzers, Digital Forensics tools in an Enterprise environment, Cyber Incident Response activities in an Enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct security event monitoring, advanced analytics, and response activities.
Perform computer network defense and response support through 24x7x365 monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity.
Analyze information technology security events to discern legitimate security incidents from non-incidents.
Perform security event triage, incident investigation, implementing countermeasures, and conducting incident response.
Develop rules, filters, views, signatures, countermeasures, and operationally relevant applications and scripts to support analysis and detection efforts.
Research emerging threats and recommend monitoring content within security tools.
Analyze NetFlow data and packet capture (PCAP).
Support activities within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies.