Sr. Information Security Operations Analyst
About The Position
Saab is seeking a motivated Sr. Information Security Analyst to join our team. We are committed to keeping people and society safe. The Information Security Analyst will play a key role in protecting our IT infrastructure by identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks and responding to security incidents. You will be responsible for implementing and monitoring security protocols, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a detail-oriented mindset and an eagerness to stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats and technologies.
Requirements
- Extensive experience with Microsoft's security ecosystem, including Sentinel, Microsoft 365 Defender suite, and Azure Security Center.
- Experience with threat hunting and data analysis.
- Comfortable scripting or automating tasks using Python, PowerShell, Bash etc.
- Strong understanding of security information and event management (SIEM) tools
- Knowledge of network security protocols and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems).
- Experience leading or mentoring junior analysts or working in cross-functional teams.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200), CompTIA Security+, GIAC certifications, or CISSP are preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a key member of the incident response team, leading the investigation and containment of security incidents, performing root cause analysis, and developing remediation plans.
- Manage and optimize our Microsoft security platforms, including Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft 365 Defender (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps), and Azure Security Center.
- Monitor and report on adherence to security policies, procedures, and controls. Assist with tracking compliance across various security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CMMC).
- Conduct information security risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, assess potential impact, and recommend corrective actions to mitigate risk.
- Proactively hunt for security threats and vulnerabilities by analyzing security events, logs, and network traffic.
- Assist in the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of security standards, policies, and incident response playbooks.
- Help deliver security awareness training and communicate security best practices to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Benefits
- Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
- Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
- 401(k) with employer contributions
- Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
- Wellness and employee assistance resources
- Employee stock purchase opportunities
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
