Tactibit

SOC Analyst

Suitland, MD

Work authorization required$53k-$800kDetected 19 days ago

PythonAWSAzureCybersecurityNetwork SecuritySIEMSOC OperationsIncident ResponseProject ManagementJiraConfluenceFirewallCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join our team enhance our cybersecurity operations.
You will work in a fast-paced environment as part of a team dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of security for critical government missions.

Help collect and integrate data from disconnected mission system environments to develop centralized visibility.
Perform log analysis and review data from various tools, including intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), firewalls, and endpoint protection solutions.
Support compliance and audit activities by maintaining incident response logs and reports.

Proficiency in vulnerability and endpoint management tools such as Tenable SecurityCenter/Nessus, AppScan, BigFix, and Trellix ePolicy Orchestrator.
Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions and vulnerability scanning tools.
Hands-on experience with scripting and/or automating data review, analysis, and reporting using Python or similar languages and databases.
Experience with Jira, Confluence, and other workflow, project management, collaboration, and system administration/monitoring tools.
Strong understanding of federal cybersecurity compliance frameworks, such as FISMA, RMF, or NIST 800-53.
6+ years of experience in a SOC environment or similar cybersecurity role.

Our success is dependent on our inclusive, collaborative environment with a shared commitment to excellence in everything we do.
As a SOC Analyst, you will monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity threats and incidents across critical federal government mission systems and networks.
Your role will include analyzing security event data, escalating potential threats, and contributing to continuous security improvements.
Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems for alerts, anomalies, and incidents.
Conduct real-time threat analysis and triage security events to determine their impact and urgency.
Investigate and respond to security incidents by following established procedures and playbooks.
Analyze and report on vulnerabilities using Tenable SecurityCenter and similar tools.
Provide detailed incident reports and recommend mitigation strategies to reduce future risk.

Education and Experience BS in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, related disciplines or equivalent.

Citizen or Permanent Resident who has lived in the United States for at least 3 of the last 5 years and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to access app

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