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Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst II
SOC Analysts primary function is to provide comprehensive Computer Network Defense and Response support through 247365 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 governments mission. This position requires a solid understanding of cyber threats and information securityin the domains of TTPs 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 daytoday support for Collateral Sensitive Compartmented Information(SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities
- Must have 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 with analyzing information technology security events to discern events that qualify as legitimate security incidents as opposed to nonincidents. This includes security event triage incident investigation implementing countermeasures and conducting incident response.
- Must be knowledgeable and have handson experience with a Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) platforms and/or log management systems that perform log collection analysis correlation and alerting
- 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
- A working knowledge of the various operating systems (e.g. Windows OS X Linux etc. commonly deployed in enterprise networks a conceptual understanding of Windows Active Directory is also required and a working knowledge of network communications and routing protocols (e.g. TCP UDP ICMP BGP MPLS etc. and 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 for deployment and implementation in the enterprise network environment
- 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
Experience Requirements:
- 57 years related experience
- Prior performance in roles such as ISSO or ISSM
- TRAINING: CSSP Auditor or CSSP Incident Responder (in lieu of Cybersecurity Service Provider Analyst)
- SAP experience required
Education Requirements:
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience 4 years)
Certification Requirements:
- Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD Directive 8570.01M for Information Assurance Technician Level 2 or Information Assurance Manager Level 2 or CNDAuditor or Incident Responder certification within 6 months of the date of hire
Security Clearance Requirements:
Other requirements:
- Reports to a physical location which occasionally requires the ability to traverse between buildings
- May require sedentary work at least 50 of the time
- Ability to manage stress with a high degree of maturity/professionalism
- Demonstrated critical thinking and leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to develop rules filters views signatures countermeasures and operationally relevant applications and scripts to support analysis and detection efforts.
- An 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.
The anticipated compensation range for this position is$110614 $129605.Multiple considerations are taken into account when determining the final salary/hour rate including but not limited to Contract Wage Determination education and certifications relevant work experience related skills and competencies as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. Central to Watermarks employment philosophy is the wellbeing of our employees which is why we offer a robust benefits package and wellness program alongside of annual base compensation.
Watermark Risk Management International LLC is anequalopportunity andaffirmativeactionemployerand does not discriminateon the basis ofrace color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other nonmerit factors.
Watermark Risk Management International LLC is a federal contractor and is therefore subject to any federal vaccine mandates or other customer vaccination requirements.
Required Experience:
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