Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst (Junior)

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst (Junior) to work in our Windsor Mill, MD office. 

Iron Vine Security, an ECS Federal company, is a rapidly growing information security and information technology company in Fairfax, VA. We are looking to hire a Junior Cyber Security Analyst to provide a full range of cyber security services on a long-term contract in Baltimore, MD. The position is full time/permanent and will support a US Government civilian agency. The position is available immediately upon finding a qualified candidate with the appropriate background clearance. 

Job Requirements: 

• Must have familiarity with US-CERT Federal Incident Notification Guidelines  
• Splunk, Elastic, Snowflake, and Akamai WAF experience preferred 
• Working knowledge of CrowdStrike, TrendMicro and McAfee host-based solutions 
• Knowledge of log, network, and system forensic investigation techniques 
• Experience performing analysis of log files from a variety of sources, including individual host logs, network traffic logs, firewall logs, or intrusion prevention/detection logs 
• Experience with packet analysis (Wireshark) and malware analysis preferred 
• Experience conducting intelligence driven defense utilizing the MITRE ATT&CK framework and Cyber Kill Chain (CKC) 
• Diverse knowledge base of operating systems, network protocols, system administration, and security technologies 
• Knowledge of TCP/IP Networking and the OSI model 
• Experience monitoring threats via SIEM console 
• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills with the ability to de-construct problems  
• Strong customer service skills and decision-making skills  
• Working knowledge of client infrastructure preferred 

Position Responsibilities:  

• Perform hunting for malicious activity across the network and digital assets 
• Respond to computer security incidents and conduct threat analysis 
• Identify and act on malicious or anomalous activity 
• Conducts analysis using a variety of tools and data sets to identify indicators of malicious activity on the network 
• Perform detailed investigation and response activities for potential security incidents 
• Provide accurate and priority driven analysis on cyber activity/threats 
• Perform payload analysis of network packets 
• Recommends implementation of counter-measures or mitigating controls 
• Ensures all pertinent information is obtained to allow for the identification, containment, eradication, and recovery actions to occur in a time sensitive environment 
• Collaborates with technical and threat intelligence analysts to provide indications and warnings, and contributes to predictive analysis of malicious activity 
• Create and continuously improve standard operating procedures used by the SOC 
• Resolve or coordinate the resolution of cyber security events 
• Monitor incoming event queues for potential security incidents 
• Create, manage, and dispatch incident tickets 
• Monitor external event sources for security intelligence and actionable incidents 
• Maintain incident logs with relevant activity 
• Document investigation results, ensuring relevant details are passed to SOC Lead, Incident Management team and stakeholders 
• Participate in root cause analysis or lessons learned sessions 

Salary Range: $40,000 - $50,000

General Description of Benefits

Required Skills

One or more of the following industry standard certifications: 

• CompTIA Security+ 
• EC Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) 
• Formal IT Security/Network Certification such as SANS GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), SANS GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA) or SANS GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) 

Desired Skills

• 2 years of Information Technology experience, with at least 1 years of experience in information security working within security operations 
• Experience at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) or U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) 
• Previous SOC/ CIRT experience at a federal agency similar in size, scope, and complexity 
• Familiarity with Snowflake and Security Data Lake (SDL) architecture 

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.

Job Details

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The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience.

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 / year