Security Operations Center Analyst

Company: Eliassen Group
Location: Reston
Posted on: February 20, 2021

Job Description:

Are you a skilled SOC Analyst with strong experience across security disciplines?If so, we may have the ideal role for you with our client in Reston.This is a contract to hire opportunity. Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen with the ability to maintain a Top Secret clearance or TS/SCI (Interim Top Secret acceptable).Responsibilities of the SOC Analyst:* Participate in and support 24x7 center operations* Investigate potential incidents identified by Tier 1 analysts* Define protocols and playbooks of operational response to cyber threats* Operate independently to further investigate and escalate in line with protocols and SLAsRequirements of the SOC Analyst:* Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience* Solid experience within specific security disciplines: forensics, email security, etc.* In-depth understanding of cyber landscape and threat vectors* In-depth understanding of operational requirements and impacts within a FISMA High System* Relevant IT security certification a plus: CEH, Security+, or equivalentKeywords: SOC Analyst, Security Operations Center, IT Security, Tier 1, Tier 2, FISMA, Top Secret ClearanceJob ID: 348378

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