Cyber Security Analyst II (100% REMOTE)

The Cyber Security Analyst II will respond to security incidents and alerts and being a threat hunter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responding to security incidents
• Create additional alerts for threats
• Tuning of security solutions
• Detection, monitoring, analysis, escalation of security incidents
• Network scanning and vulnerability assessments
• Train others on primary areas
• Stay up-to-date on security news
• Analyze network traffic and intrusion alerts; discern false positives
• Network scanning and vulnerability assessments
• Rotating shift work will be necessary for this role

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Information Security or similar preferred; Security-related certifications a big plus: GCIH, GCFA, CEH, Security+, TCSE
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on IT experience in a system administration (Windows/Linux mix)role, preferred 1-year cybersecurity experience.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Well versed in log analysis
• Familiar with common enterprise IT architectures
• IT administration experience of Windows and Linux
• Windows/Linux hardening
• Network ports and protocols
• Vulnerability assessment tools (Nessus, Nmap)
• Scripting for automation (Python, PowerShell, APIs)
• Strong troubleshooting, reasoning, problem-solving
• Endpoint and network security tools/techniques
  • Investigating Antivirus or IDS alerts
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise technical documentation
• Ability to multi-task and change priorities with short notice
• High standard of professionalism and ethics
• Identify and respond to threats to meet or exceed defined SLAs. Escalate as needed. See incident through to resolution and document the event.
• Searching the environment for potential insider or advanced persistent threats and rogue devices.
• Create and maintain appropriate standard operating procedures for the CSOC, including business continuity plans.

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Green Card Status is required.

For additional details please contact John Berardi ay 315-449-1838 OR via email at jberardi@issitechpros.com