SOC Analyst Journeyman

ASM Research • Remote,

3h

About The Position

The SOC Analyst Journeyman helps protect the DHMS program’s information systems, networks, and data by monitoring for, investigating, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents and implementing protective measures. The role works with IT, operations, compliance, and risk management teams to meet DHMS IT cybersecurity requirements, policies, and best practices.

The analyst applies fundamental cybersecurity knowledge and experience with security tools, assessments, mitigation strategies, and incident response. Work also includes supporting application and server security, documenting data security practices, and applying relevant knowledge of identity and access management and secure Unix/Linux environments. The position requires strong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• Associate's degree.
• 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity or information security operations.
• Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity principles and training or experience with security tools such as firewalls and IDS/IPS.
• Experience conducting security assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the DHMS program IT environment and cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience with incident response processes and documentation development.
• Knowledge of web application security best practices, including OWASP Top 10, and secure or static code analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, investigate, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents affecting DHMS program information systems, networks, and data.
• Implement protective measures and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure compliance with DHMS IT cybersecurity requirements, policies, and best practices.
• Conduct security assessments using tools such as firewalls and IDS/IPS.
• Develop documentation supporting data security best practices.
• Support application and server security activities, including identifying and mitigating web application vulnerabilities such as OWASP Top 10 issues, applying encryption and hashing practices, and performing static code analysis.
• Apply knowledge of identity and access management, including SSO and RBAC, and secure Unix/Linux operating environment practices as applicable to DHMS systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree