Cyber Security Co-op
Company: FS-ISAC
Location: Reston
Posted on: June 18, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionSalary: BACKGROUNDThe Financial Services
Information Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC), was created by
and for members and operates as a member-driven 501(c)(6),
not-for-profit entity. FS-ISAC serves as a bi-directional
information and intelligence organization leading the financial
services sector efforts to protect against and mitigate cyber and
physical threats and incidents against member financial firms.
POSITION SUMMARYCo-op position to support FS-ISAC's Global
Intelligence Office (GIO) with alerting and research. Co-op/Intern
will be working in tandem with analysts and Intelligence Officer
for an introduction into a cyber threat intelligence environment in
the financial services industry. Please note that this is an
internship position for current college students or recent
graduates. Longer-term interns welcome. Candidates who can commute
to Reston, VA are preferred. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Triage and distribute operational and tactical data on
information provided by FS-ISAC Members in accordance with FS-ISAC
classification and handling protocols.
- Provide operational support during a cyber incident pertaining
to FS-ISAC members.
- Assist FS-ISAC's Intelligence Officers and Intelligence
Analysts with intelligence collection, validation, and distribution
efforts.
- Support security discussions and presentations. POSITION
QUALIFICATIONS
- Communication Skills – Has effective written communications
skills and be able to work effectively with other team
members.
- Critical Thinking Skills – Is able to approach information and
data in an objective and rational manner, understand bias and
possible relationships of importance, and apply methods of
examination to construct a clear and informed judgement.
- Organizational Skills – Possesses strong time management skills
to work multiple processes at the same time and to a high degree of
quality. Should be able to prioritize the required work and
self-discipline on when to continue to a different task.
- Attention to Detail – Ability to quality-check their work and
handle databases. EDUCATION
- Knowledge of or any experience in cyber security technology,
concepts, monitoring (SIEM), Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), OSINT
threat research, or intelligence analysis – are highly relevant and
must.
- Understanding of STIX/TAXII and JavaScript Object Notation
(JSON) format is desired.
- Programming skills, including ability to script in Python, is
desired.
- Familiarity with advanced Excel functions, including creating
pivot tables and formulas, is desired.
- Previous education or work experience in information technology
is a plus. WORK ENVIRONMENTThis position is seated in Reston, VA
headquarters, with a hybrid office/work from home schedule. Intern
will be provided a FS-ISAC issued laptop for purposes to complete
their work, adhering to company policy specific to use of company
equipment. The candidate must be able to meet the physical demands
of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
FS-ISAC has reviewed this position description to ensure that
essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions,
responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and
requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
All employees must be authorized to work in the United States.
FS-ISAC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In
addition to federal law requirements, FS-ISAC complies with
applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in
employment in every location in which the company has
facilities.
Keywords: FS-ISAC, Reston , Cyber Security Co-op, Other , Reston, Virginia
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