Junior Incident Responder-Herndon, VA

Direct Viz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

DVS is actively seeking an Junior Incident Responder to support our team onsite in Herndon, VA. This position requires an active Secret clearance.

• The Junior Incident Responder will execute the Incident Response Management Program in accordance with requirements and in alignment with the six-phase Incident Response process: planning, identification and declaration, containment, eradication, recovery, and follow-up.
• The Junior Incident Responder will perform incident response activities related to Internet of Things (IoT) and Operational Technology (OT) devices, including coordinating and managing end-to-end responses to security events and incidents identified by the SOC or reported to the SOC; performing initial malware analysis and triage support; operating incident analysis tools and systems; and adhering to reporting requirements for all declared significant incidents.

• Ability and prior experience analyzing information technology, IoT, and OT security events to discern legitimate security incidents from non-incidents. This includes identifying malicious code and activities present within computer systems and/or enterprise networks.
• Working knowledge of various operating systems (e.g., Windows, OS X, Linux) commonly deployed in enterprise networks. A conceptual understanding of Windows Active Directory is also required.
• Working knowledge of network communications and routing protocols (e.g., TCP, UDP, Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS)), as well as common internet applications and standards (e.g., Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), DNS, DHCP, SQL, Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS)).
• Experience working with various event logging systems and proficiency in security event log analysis. Previous experience with SIEM platforms that perform log collection, analysis, correlation, and alerting is also required.
• Proficiency in utilizing various Packet Capture (PCAP) applications/engines and in the analysis of PCAP data.
• Experience with the identification and implementation of countermeasures or mitigating controls for deployment in enterprise network environments.
• Experience or familiarity with IoT/OT systems and data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and thorough security incident reports and briefings.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by Direct Viz Solutions (DVS).

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