Cybersecurity Analyst - SOC Analyst

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) Plan

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Cybersecurity Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role involves monitoring security tools, analyzing incidents, and enhancing operational efficiency within the Security Operations Center (SOC). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity technology, incident response, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security. This opportunity offers a contract position with potential for long-term engagement, allowing you to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector while working in a supportive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in SOC operations and incident response.
• Possession of cybersecurity certifications and technical education.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security tools to identify anomalous activity.
• Coordinate incident response and provide operational improvements.

Skills

Project Management

Quality Management

Incident Response

Cybersecurity Technology

Technical Writing

Analytical Skills

Education

Technical higher education in Computer Science

Cybersecurity certifications (GCIH, GMON, GSOC)

Tools

SIEM

SOAR

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Splunk

DLP

Volatility

Job description

Immediate need for a talented Cybersecurity Analyst - SOC Analyst. This is a 05+ months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in St. Paul, MN (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 25-66233

Pay Range: $40 - $45/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor customer security tools and platforms in real-time to identify anomalous activity
• Collect and analyze artifacts from electronic devices and technology platforms using forensic tools and techniques
• Coordinate response to incidents including scoping and root cause analysis, enacting containment measures, and identifying and coordinating remediation efforts
• Identify and propose areas for operational improvement within the SOC
• Provide feedback on security control capability gaps based on security intrusion trends
• Develop and maintain analytical procedures to improve security incident identification efficiency
• Triage and validate alerts based on established thresholds and criteria
• Support major incident response activities, as needed
• Adhere to approved SOC documentation e.g., processes and procedures
• Assist in developing, coordinating, and implementing SOC documentation
• Provide input to SOC operation metrics and reports
• Provide input to SOC shift change reports to maintain continuity of operations

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key skills; Project Management, Quality Management, QMS, Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement, QAPI.
• Completed technical higher education in the field of computer science or related field
• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in operating, managing, designing, implementing, maintaining, or supporting cybersecurity technology
• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional experience in SOC operations and/or incident response
• Possession of certificates or education related to cybersecurity, information technology, or engineering
• Possession of cybersecurity certifications e.g., GCIH, GMON, GSOC
• Understanding of technologies and solutions utilized in cybersecurity and networks (SIEM, SOAR, Firewalls, IAM, IDS/IPS, End Point Protection, Threat Management/Intelligence.)
• Strong understanding of intrusion detection concepts and information security defense
• Knowledge of current hacking techniques, vulnerability disclosures, data breach incidents, and security analysis techniques
• Experience in collection and analysis of windows, network, and malware artifacts
• Experience in collection and analysis of Office365, DLP, and Splunk
• Understanding of Incident Response analysis skills e.g., SURGE Collect
• Forensic artifact examination with Volatility
• Proven experience with multiple security event detection platforms
• Thorough understanding of TCP/IP
• Understanding of basic IDS / IPS rules to identify and/or prevent malicious activity
• Full professional proficiency in English, especially in technical writing and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated integrity in a professional environment

Our client is a leading Healthcare Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.