SOC Analyst I - Must have an Interim Secret or Secret Clearance

Full Time
Monterey, CA 93943
Posted
Job description
SOC Analyst I

Security Clearance required: Must have an Interim Secret or DOD Secret Clearance
US Citizenship Required
Location: Monterey, CA

Position Summary: The SOC Analyst will provide Cybersecurity support in a SOC environment. The SOC is responsible for the overall security of Enterprise-wide information systems and networks. The SOC's objectives are to protect, detect, respond, and recover from Information Security (IS) threats to the enterprise and associated systems. The SOC is chartered to prevent, detect, contain, and eradicate cyber threats through monitoring, intrusion detection, and protective security services to information systems. The SOC also conducts vulnerability assessments, analyzes cyber threats, monitors the email gateway, and collects information on and investigates and reports on all confirmed or suspected security incidents.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Utilize the SOC checklist, reviews the latest alerts/events from various SOC sensors to determine relevancy and urgency.
  • Review open source, and other sources of, information to identify events that should be transitioned into the incident response process.
  • Create new incident tickets for alerts that signal an incident and require Tier 2 incident response review.
  • Handle incidents that have been tasked to Tier I.
  • Under supervision, may manage and configure security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS, Firewall, Access Control Lists, etc.) to mitigate existing threats / vulnerabilities.

Essential Skills, Experience, and Certifications:
  • Capability and desire to work in shift environment which includes rotating daytime and overnight work hours of variable length
  • As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), Epsilon will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions.
  • Must hold at least one certification as required by Dept. of Defense (DoD) 8570.01-M and Department of Defense Directive 8140.01, IAT Level II or Higher OR have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
  • Must have a minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in network or UNIX/Linux system administration, software engineering, software development
  • Will accept a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field in place of the 1 year of experience.
  • Must have some experience working with various security methodologies and processes, knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) protocols,
  • Knowledge and experience configuring and implementing a diverse array of technical security solutions
  • Experience providing analysis and trending of security log data from a large number of heterogeneous security devices.
  • Should be proficient in at least one programming language
  • Experience with reverse engineering tools, a variety of operating systems and open source computer forensic tools
  • Working understanding of computer forensic techniques and methodologies.
  • Experience with the following is ideal: JIRA (Atlassian issue tracking system), Palo Alto Firewall, SNORT IDS, AlienVault SIEM, Barracuda Mail Spam / Virus Firewall, and HBSS


Physical and Mental Job Requirements:

Listed below are the physical or mental requirements necessary in the job's performance. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

  • Prolonged periods of computer desk work.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, and other computer components.
  • Speaking and hearing sufficient to converse and understand conversations, both in-person, and during telephone and virtual meetings.
  • The cognitive skills needed to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision making, problem-solving, and comprehending.
  • Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, and the ability to communicate with managers and co-workers.
  • Mental aptitude to respond appropriately in high pressure situations or deadline driven environments.
  • Maintain a professional emotional response when working with others.

Epsilon Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Plan
AD&D and Life Insurance
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Plan
Education reimbursement
Referral Bonuses

Epsilon is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. EEO/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets.

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If you are an individual with a disability and need special assistance or reasonable accommodation in applying for employment with Epsilon, Inc., please contact our Recruiting department by phone 828-398-5414 or by email careers@epsilon-inc.com .

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