Mid Level Security Operations Analyst

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in McLean, VA that is seeking a Mid Level Security Operations Analyst. Responsibilities:

• The Security Operations Analyst will respond to and resolve cybersecurity incidents, and proactively prevent the reoccurrence of these incidents
• Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts
• Contribute to the development of new principles and concepts
• Work on unusually complex problems and provide highly innovative solutions
• The Security Operations Analyst will operate with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision
• Mentor or supervise employees and technical competencies
  
  

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and 12 years of experience supporting Information Technology (IT) or Intelligence Operations (IO), or Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience supporting Information Technology (IT) or Intelligence Operations (IO)
• Experience supporting a Computer Incident Response Team, Cyber Network Operations, or Security Operations Center (SOC) operations for a large and complex enterprise
• Experience with Intelligence Driven Defense, Cyber Kill Chain methodology, or MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Knowledge of industry-accepted standards for incident response actions and best practices for SOC operations
• Knowledge of security operation tools, including SIMs or DCAP analysis
• Knowledge of intrusion set tactics, techniques, and procedures
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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