Operations Analyst Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in a SOC analyst role or in similar positions, with in-depth knowledge of incident response life cycles.
• Proficient in Operating Systems (Windows/Linux), understanding of Enterprise Network Architectures, and experience with common protocols and network devices.
• Strong ability to recognize suspicious activities and perform in-depth logical analysis and research.
• Knowledge of the Cyber Kill Chain and experience with the ATT&CK Framework.
• Experience in scripting with languages such as Python, PowerShell, and/or Bash.
• Capable of prioritizing and completing tasks autonomously.
• Flexibility, adaptability, strong relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities.
• Bachelor's Degree with 8-12 years of relevant experience (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Eligibility to obtain CISA EoD.
• At least one certification among GCIH, GCFA, GCFE, GREM, GISF, GXPN, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire lifecycle of cyber incident responses.
• Correlate and analyze data and events to determine the scope of cyber incidents.
• Collect and analyze endpoint and network artifacts, volatile memory, and malicious files or scripts.
• Identify potential indicators of compromise and recognize common attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Create and maintain incident response processes, procedures, workflows, and playbooks.
• Tune and maintain tools like EDR, IDS, and SIEM to enhance detection capabilities and minimize false positives.
• Keep detailed investigation and response action records and prepare formal incident reports.
• Develop and determine key performance indicators to drive the maturity of SOC operations.
• Develop scripts, signatures, and alerts to improve security measures.

Benefits

• TEN (10) Paid days off & FIVE (5) Floating days off.
• 11 Paid Holidays. Flex time can be utilized in lieu of holiday time usage.
• Paid Bi-Monthly.
• 401(k) with a 3% match.
• Individual or company-wide performance and recognition awards (Quarterly).
• UNITED HEALTHCARE PPO, extensive national coverage.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/HSA.
• Training & Career Development Reimbursement of Tuition and training needed to support career development.
• $150 monthly reimbursement contribution paid monthly towards parking expenses.
• Performance bonus – Project-based
• Yearly bonus – Company based