Security Operation Center (SOC) Analyst II

Targeted Solutions, LLC•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The SOC Analyst's primary function is to provide comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through 24x7x365 monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity targeting the enterprise. This position will conduct security event monitoring, advanced analytics, and response activities in support of the government’s mission. This position requires a solid understanding of cyber threats and information security in the domains of TTP's, Threat Actors, Campaigns, and Observables. Additionally, this candidate must be familiar with intrusion detection systems, intrusion analysis, security information event management platforms, endpoint threat detection tools, and security operations ticket management. This position will 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. The position will provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.

Requirements

Strong analytical and technical skills in computer network defense operations.
Ability to lead efforts in Incident Handling (Detection, Analysis, Triage), Hunting (anomalous pattern detection and content management), and Malware Analysis.
Experience and ability to analyze information technology security events.
Knowledgeable and hands-on experience with a Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) platform and/or log management systems.
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.).
Conceptual understanding of Windows Active Directory.
Working knowledge of network communications and routing protocols (e.g., TCP, UDP, ICMP, BGP, MPLS, etc.).
Working knowledge of 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.
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM (must be articulated on resume).

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through 24x7x365 monitoring and analysis of potential threat activity.
Conduct security event monitoring, advanced analytics, and response activities.
Analyze information technology security events to discern legitimate security incidents from non-incidents.
Perform security event triage, incident investigation, implement countermeasures, and conduct 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).
Provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.