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Tier 2 SOC Analyst

Department: GRC

Location: Washington, DC

MindPoint Group is searching for a Tier 2 SOC Analyst to support a law enforcement customer in Washington, DC. The Tier 2 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst will collaborate with members of the SOC team to develop, innovate, and implement effective procedures for the SOC to enhance coordination and incident response operations. The Tier 2 SOC Analyst will help train junior analysts on SOC concept of operations and develop incident management teams. Additionally, Tier 2 SOC Analyst candidates must be willing to work in a 24x7x365 SOC environment, demonstrate intuitive problem-solving skills, and allow for flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor network traffic for security events and perform triage analysis to identify security incidents.

• Respond to computer security incidents by collecting, analyzing, and preserving digital evidence, and ensure that incidents are recorded and tracked in accordance with SOC requirements.

• Work closely with the other teams to assess risk and provide recommendations for improving our security posture.

What you get to do every day:

• Utilize technologies to conduct host forensics, Endpoint Detection & Response, log analysis, and network forensics (full packet capture solution).

• Provide cybersecurity root-cause analysis and investigative alerts to examine endpoint activity and network-based data.

• Conduct malware analysis, host and network forensics, log analysis, and triage in support of incident response.

• Recognize attacker and APT activity, tactics, and procedures as indicators of compromise (IOCs) that can be used to improve monitoring, analysis, and incident response.

• Isolate and remove malicious artifacts.

• Identify applications and operating systems of a network device based on network traffic.

• Reconstruct a malicious attack or activity based off network logs.

• Identify network mapping and operating system (OS) fingerprinting activities.

• Work with key stakeholders to implement remediation plans in response to incidents.

• Effectively investigative and identify root cause findings then communicate findings to stakeholders including technical staff, and leadership.

• Author Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training documentation when needed.

• Generates end-of-shift reports for documentation and knowledge transfer to subsequent analysts on duty.

Required:

• Be able to pass Public Trust background investigation.

• Minimum 2 years of demonstrated experience in a Cybersecurity Incident Responder/Handler type role.

• Minimum of a Bachelor-s degree. High school diploma with 8 years of experience in cybersecurity may be substituted for a Bachelors Degree.

• Minimum of one IAT Level 1 security industry specific certifications (8570 Baseline Certifications) i.e. A+, Network+, Security +, CEH, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, GCFE, GREM, GCFA, GSEC, CISSP, CCNA (Security) or equivalent Certifications.

• Full understanding of Tier 1 responsibilities/duties and how the duties feed into Tier 2.

• The ability to clearly and effectively communicate to a wide audiences with varying degrees of technical aptitude, such as management, other team members and clients.

• Capability to mentor junior analysts.

• Conduct research and produce security risk assessments/reports when appropriate.

• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP protocols.

• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.

• Good understanding of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and SIEM technologies.

• Knowledge and experience with reading and interpreting deep packet capture (PCAP) and log analysis.

• Knowledge and experience in Forensic and Malware Analysis.

• Knowledge and experience in Cyber Threat and Intelligence gathering and analysis.

Desired:

• Strong desire to learn and willingness to be challenged.

• Passion and strong foundation in information security concepts.

• Develop and build security content, scripts, tools, or methods to enhance the incident investigation processes.

• Knowledge and experience with scripting and programming (Python, PERL, etc.).

Location: This is a hybrid role with expectations of being on the client site in Washington, DC at least 6 times every month.

Shift: The position is for Team A Day Shift, the hours are 7 AM-7 PM Monday - Wednesday and every other Sunday.

Text code T2SOC to 202-915-6712 to apply!

Since 2009, MindPoint Group has been the cybersecurity firm of choice for the most security-conscious US federal agencies and commercial enterprises.

We're proud to be one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing companies in the country. With several -Best Places to Work- awards under our belts, we have a diverse employee-focused culture, accessibility, and communication between all levels and departments, and over 4 stars in reviews on Glassdoor.

Come be a part of what we're building. We use our award-winning recruitment process to seek the most skilled, experienced, and driven information security consulting experts in the industry, while simultaneously empowering applicants to determine if MindPoint Group is the right fit for them. We are profoundly invested in selecting the right people to join our team and are equally driven to expand and develop careers long-term.

With positions throughout the US, a role at MindPoint Group promises you:

• An opportunity to work within one of the most diverse DC-based organizations

• Generous tuition and professional development reimbursements

• Mentorship opportunities with leaders focused on your growth

• Competitive benefits like 401k matching, 11 federal holidays, etc.

• And more!

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $90-110K. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, maternity/paternity leave, mobile phone stipend, pre-tax commuter benefits, the opportunity to participate in our mentorship program, and more!

• MindPoint is committed to maintaining a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Are you interested in a posted job opportunity but may not check all of the -boxes- for desired qualifications? If so, we encourage you to apply! Our commitment to sustain and champion an inclusive and dynamic community of employees is a high priority!

Text code T2SOC to 202-915-6712 to apply!