Security Operations Center Analyst II

Global Resource Solutions • Colorado Springs, CO

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About The Position

Global Resource Solutions, Inc. (GRS) is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, detail orientated, and talented individual for the position of Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst I. The SOC Analyst's primary function is to provide comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through 24×7×365 monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity targeting the enterprise.

Requirements

• Minimum of five to seven (5-7) years of experience in Information technology or a related field.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience.
• Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM.
• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directives 8570.01-M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility.
• Eligibility for access to Special Access Programs.
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence Polygraph.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to develop rules, filters, views, signatures, countermeasures and operationally relevant applications and scripts to support analysis and detection efforts.
• Understanding in researching Emerging Threats and recommending monitoring content within security tools.
• Experience in analyzing NetFlow data and packet capture (PCAP).
• 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.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative requiring minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel within the organizational geographic Area of Responsibility (AOR).

Responsibilities

• Conduct security event monitoring, advanced analytics and response activities in support of the government's mission.
• Support activities within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts.
• Provide 'day-to-day' support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.
• Lead efforts in Incident Handling (Detection, Analysis, Triage), Hunting (anomalous pattern detection and content management) and Malware Analysis.
• Analyze information technology security events to discern legitimate security incidents from non-incidents.
• Implement countermeasures and conduct incident response.
• Utilize Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) platforms and/or log management systems for log collection, analysis, correlation, and alerting.
• Analyze security events (windows event logs, network traffic, IDS events for malicious intent).
• Track activities within various Security Operation workflows.
• Identify and implement counter-measures or mitigating controls for deployment in the enterprise network environment.
• Work with technologies such as Network Threat Hunting, Big Data Analytics, Endpoint Threat Detection and Response, SIEM, workflow and ticketing, and Intrusion Detection System.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short/long term disability
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees