SOC Analyst

A client of Insight Global is looking for a SOC Analyst to join their team in Herndon, VA. The IT Security General Analyst support the Security Operations Control Center (SOCC). The SOCC is a 24/7/365 operation that requires shift rotations, weekend, after hours, or on-call support to meet program requirements. Responsibilities include:
- Tier 1 security configuration hardening, incident detection/
investigation and reporting to management and customer security contacts
- Monitors security events to identify anomalies and possible incidents within the network
- Manages Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) infrastructure and applications, including workflow management, threat hunting assignments, threat intelligence ingests, rule/alert creation and operational maintenance.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree and minimum 2 years related experience (can flex on degree if there is more years of experience)
1+ years' experience in the Information Security field specifically offensive security and incident response.
1+ years' experience in the network engineering fields (Firewalls, Routers, Switches, VPN).
Ability to obtain a Public Trust
Ability to support on call schedule rotations

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Understanding of Windows and Linux
Understanding of system logs and be familiar with log analysis.
Understanding of predominant cyber-attack vectors (Buffer Overflow, Hack the box, Phishing, etc.)
Security+ Certification or equivalent certification

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.