Cybersecurity SOC Analyst Tier I

Job Title

Tier I SOC Analyst

As a member of the 24x7x365 TSS SOC team supporting the Virginia Information Technology Agency (VITA), the Tier I SOC Analyst performs initial triage and escalation of security alerts from hardware, software, intelligence sources, virtual systems, and virtual applications. Aptitude and flexibility to quickly learn third-party toolsets is essential.

Provide technical support on event network security logs and trend analysis.

Detect the full spectrum of known cyberattacks (e.g., DDoS, malware, phishing, others).

Uncover and pinpoint security violations of compromised systems and devices.

Correlate security events from various capabilities to identify attacks and breaches.

Analyze and act on intelligence information to secure customer networks and devices.

Observe, document, and report actions taken by malicious actors in customer networks.

Maintain a current understanding of best practices and strategies used in cybersecurity.

Motivate self and co-workers to expand knowledgebase and capabilities.

Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree - 0+ years of experience (or equivalent) required. 1+ years of experience preferred.

A qualifying certification to meet DoD CSSP Analyst requirements: CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, or Pen Test+.

Ability to obtain CompTIA CySA+, Splunk Core Certified User, and Splunk Core Certified Power User certifications within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge of attack methods and techniques (DDoS, brute force, spoofing, etc.).

Experience reviewing network, host, and application audit logs.

Must be able to pass a background check to obtain a position of Public Trust. US Personhood Required

Location:

Hybrid at GDIT's Integrated Technology Center in Bossier City, LA.

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.

To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans