Information Security Analyst Jobs

WhiteDog seeks an Information Security Analyst to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) team.

The Information Security Analyst position is assigned to the Security Operations Center. The primary purpose of this position is to help identify, detect, and respond to cyber alerts and incidents. This position involves critical duties and responsibilities that must continue to be performed during crisis situations and contingency operations, which may necessitate extended hours of work.

Duties and responsibilities

• Working in a 24x7 Security Operation Center (SOC) environment
• Provide analysis and trending of security log data from a large number of heterogeneous security devices
• Ability to work and be available for on-call activities
• Other duties as assigned
• Investigate, document, and report on information security issues and emerging trends
• Provide threat and vulnerability analysis as well as security advisory services
• Provide Incident Response (IR) support when analysis confirms actionable incident
• Analyze and respond to previously undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities
• Integrate and share information with other analysts and other teams

Required Skills

• Knowledge of various operating system flavors, including but not limited to Windows, Linux, and Unix
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of common Internet protocols and applications
• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of security concepts such as cyber-attacks and techniques, threat vectors, risk management, incident management, etc.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Knowledge of applications, databases, and middleware to address security threats against the same
• Knowledge of TCP/IP Protocols, network analysis, and network/security applications
• Knowledge of various security methodologies and processes and technical security solutions (firewall and intrusion detection systems)
• Experience in security device management and SIEM

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the personality traits, work habits, communication, and social skills necessary to work effectively within a dynamic and highly operational environment. This person will have exemplary personal and professional integrity and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. In addition, the qualified candidate will have a strong desire to succeed in a nationally and internationally recognized operational environment.

Qualifications include:

• Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen
• 1-3 years experience as a Security/Network Administrator or equivalent knowledge
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field or equivalent demonstrated experience and knowledge

Recommended Certifications include:

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• CompTIA Network+
• Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Certified Penetration Tester (CWAPT)
• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)

Working conditions

This job involves shift work. The SOC is in a secure facility and will require working from the office; telecommuting is NOT an option. This job does have on-call duties.

Physical requirements

The SOC shifts will be 24x7, built in a 4x3 schedule. This means 12-hour shifts for four days one week and three days the next.