Job Abstract

We are looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to work with our team supporting a major government civilian agency Computer Security Incident Response Center (CSIRC) (also known as Security Operations Center {SOC}).

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will be given the opportunity to learn from an experienced team of security Incident Response Analyst about both traditional and unconventional ways to detect, analyze, and mitigate potential intrusions and other security incidents.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate security incidents and escalate when necessary
• Work Incident Response and Administrative tickets
• Perform and develop data mining queries using Splunk/Splunk ES
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner with Leadership, Customers and Peers
• Monitor and respond to multiple shared Mailbox inquiries
• Provide vulnerability, threat, and risk mitigation support
• Monitor Security Operations Dashboards for alerts
• Support daily Operations briefings
• Monitor and answer the SOC phone hotline
• Support customer defined metrics reports
• Support government data calls

This opportunity offers remote work!

• Candidates must be willing to work in a SOC environment and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work well both on their own (in an individual setting) as well as with others (in a team setting)
• Must possess strong self-initiative, curiosity, and diligence - must be willing to engage with the team, in the capacity of both learning and sharing information

Rotational weekend and holiday work will be required. 2nd Shift is 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, 5 days a week. Limited scheduling flexibility available.

What You Will Need:

• Active Secret Clearance or higher
• 10 years of IT experience plus a Bachelor's Degree in a technical field: Computer Science, Mathematics, or Statistics (work experience considered in lieu of degree)
• Experience in Network Security with hands-on computer and networking experience to include a good understanding of TCP/IP, routing, and major Internet protocols

Desired Requirements:

• Experience working in a SOC environment
• Technical Certifications such as Security , CEH, GREM, and/or CISSP
• Experience with Linux OS
• Experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk
• Experience with IDS tools and technologies
• Active DOD Top Secret Clearance

The successful candidate must complete “Splunk Fundamentals 1” prior to start

Pay Transparency Verbiage

Jacobs’ health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $90K - $120K. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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