CSOC Analyst Security Clearance

Description

Seeking CSOC Analyst – must be available to work outside of normal business hours (nights and weekends), be a team player, and be willing to take on challenging assignments and tasks related to Cyber Security, Information Assurance, and Computer Network Defense policy, procedures, and guidance. Travel is unlikely but possible.

• Interpret, analyze, and execute Cyber Security policies, procedures, and tactics.
• Conduct real‑time threat analysis for USCENTCOM Headquarters through multiple situational awareness and management tools.
• Monitor Cyber Security sensor grid situational awareness from Tier 0 to Tier 2 and provide mitigation and improvement recommendations; analyze sensor grid disruptions, outages, and anomalies verbally and in writing.
• Perform Cyber Security information gathering from appropriate tools and databases.
• Track and report performance and capability metrics.
• Interpret Cyber Security event categorization by analyzing and coordinating incoming data flow from security devices or other sources; track anomalies or threat indicators as required.
• Track and report Cyber Security threats, events, and incidents.
• Review and update Cyber Security tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Review current intelligence for relevant threats and develop appropriate actions and responses.
• Assist with tracking of compliance reporting for USCENTCOM orders.
• Provide Cyber Security support to USCENTCOM AOR NETOPS Centers as required.
• Review security threats and determine/implement effective countermeasures as required.
• Analyze network or system changes/reconfigurations for security impacts.
• Coordinate and participate in Cyber Security risk analysis and assessments.

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent with 5+ years of related experience; or HS Diploma with 10+ years of related experience.
• DoD 8570 Baseline Certification at the CSSP Analyst level.
• TS/SCI clearance required.
• Prefer experience within the USCENTCOM AOR and familiarity with its mission.
• Solid familiarity with application and network security; experience with a wide range of security technologies including SIEM, IDS/IPS, HIDS, malware analysis, content filtering, perimeter access controls, logical access controls, identity and access management, and data loss prevention.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of vulnerabilities, exploits, and practical knowledge of the DoD Cyber Security program.
• Ability to read and understand DoD Cyber Security orders, policies, and procedures.
• Experience briefing senior military and civil service employees.

• Military experience (Active Duty or Reserves).
• GCIA, GCIH credentials.
• Experience with Host Based Security System (HBSS), firewall, and Arc Sight software.
• Experience with Cyber Security in a Joint and Coalition Partner environment.
• Experience with SPLUNK.