[Remote] Tier 1 SOC Analyst
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Leidos is seeking a motivated Security Operations Center (SOC) Tier 1 analyst to join their SOC Team. The role involves monitoring and analyzing security events to identify potential threats and respond to incidents promptly.
Responsibilities
- Incident Management: Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and respond to threats or escalate to Tier 2
- Threat Tracking: Maintain awareness of ongoing cyber threats over time
- Threat Detection: Constantly monitor systems and networks for signs of intrusion, malware, or other security risks
- Reporting: Document incidents, threats, and false positives in detail
- Vulnerability Management: Update and maintain documentation on current vulnerabilities, and escalate to primary shareholders for critical vulnerabilities
- Communication: Relay information about current threats and incidents to team members and stakeholders
- Collaboration: Continuously share knowledge and contribute to improvement of SOC tools and processes
- Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats and defense strategies through continuous learning and training
Skills
- BS in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
- Ability to obtain public trust clearance
- 1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity
- Candidates must be adept at detailed reporting of incidents, threats, and false positives
- Candidates must show a commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with cybersecurity trends
- Understanding of SIEM alerting and analytic processes
- Capable of solving technical problems following established procedures and policies
- Value candidates who have led cybersecurity awareness trainings
- Seek candidates who stay informed on latest cybersecurity developments
- Looking for experience in developing or customizing security tools
- Candidates who have experience in monitoring the following security logs: Endpoint, Network, and Cloud
- Understanding of CKC, MITRE ATT&CK, or other Cyber Security frameworks
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