Incident Manager II

ARSIEM; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus program

Equal Opportunity employment practices

Job summary

A government support firm in Arlington is seeking a Cyber Case Manager to enhance their cybersecurity operations. Responsibilities include researching resolution steps for incidents and applying response methodologies. Candidates should have a BS in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience. Active TS/SCI clearance is required. This position offers opportunities for growth and collaboration, along with a lucrative referral program for successful candidate placements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber incident management or cybersecurity operations.
• Knowledge of incident response methodologies and NCCIC scoring system.
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.

Responsibilities

• Research known resolution steps for Computer Network Defense incidents.
• Apply cybersecurity concepts to detect intrusions into IT networks.
• Monitor external data sources for Computer Network Defense threat conditions.
• Track CND incidents from detection through final resolution and coordinate information.
• Work with other components across locations to obtain required incident details.

Skills

Incident management

Cybersecurity operations

Knowledge of attack stages

Vulnerability recognition

Collaborative work

Education

BS in Incident Management, Operations Management, Cybersecurity

HS Diploma with 4-6 years of experience

Tools

NCCIC National Cyber Incident Scoring System

Job description

About ARSIEM Corporation

At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support.

As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting‑edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients. That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with.

ARSIEM is looking for a Cyber Case Manager. This position will support one of our Government clients in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Researching and compiling known resolution steps or workarounds to enable mitigation of potential Computer Network Defense incidents within the enterprise
• Applying knowledge of the tactics, techniques, and procedures of various criminal, insider, hacktivist, and nation‑state threat actors to identify and validate threats
• Applying cybersecurity concepts to the detection and defense of intrusions into small and large‑scale IT networks, and conducting a cursory analysis of log data.
• Monitoring external data sources (e.g., Computer Network Defense vendor sites, Computer Emergency Response Teams [CERTs], SANS, Security Focus) to maintain currency of Computer Network Defense threat conditions and determine which security issues may have an impact on the enterprise
• Identifying the cause of an incident and recognizing the key elements to ask external entities when learning the background and potential infection vector of an incident
• Receiving and analyzing network alerts from various sources within the enterprise and determining possible causes of such alerts
• Tracking and documenting Computer Network Defense (CND) incidents from initial detection through final resolution
• Working with other components within the organization to obtain and coordinate information pertaining to ongoing incidents.
• Providing support during assigned shifts

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Incident Management, Operations Management, Cybersecurity, or related degree. HS Diploma with 4‑6 years of incident management or cyber security experience.
• 2+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber incident management or cybersecurity operations
• Knowledge of incident response and handling methodologies
• Knowledge of the NCCIC National Cyber Incident Scoring System to be able to prioritize triaging of incidents
• Knowledge of general attack stages (e.g., foot printing and scanning, enumeration, gaining access, escalation of privileges, maintaining access, network exploitation, covering tracks, etc.)
• Skill in recognizing and categorizing types of vulnerabilities and associated attacks
• Knowledge of basic system administration and operating system hardening techniques
• Knowledge of Computer Network Defense policies, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledge of different operational threat environments (e.g., first generation [script kiddies], second generation [non‑nation‑state sponsored], and third generation [nation‑state sponsored])
• Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., buffer overflow, mobile code, cross‑site scripting, PL/SQL and injections, race conditions, covert channel, replay, return‑oriented attacks, and malicious code)
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic system administration and operating system hardening techniques
• Knowledge of Computer Network Defense policies, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledge of different operational threat environments (e.g., first generation [script kiddies], second generation [non‑nation‑state sponsored], and third generation [nation‑state sponsored])
• Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., buffer overflow, mobile code, cross‑site scripting, PL/SQL and injections, race conditions, covert channel, replay, return‑oriented attacks, and malicious code)

Clearance Requirement

This position requires an Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability.

Candidate Referral

Do you know someone who would be GREAT at this role? If you do, ARSIEM has a way for you to earn a bonus through our referral program for persons presenting NEW (not in our resume database) candidates who are successfully placed on one of our projects. The bonus for this position is $3,500, and the referrer is eligible to receive the sum for any applicant we place within 12 months of referral. The bonus is paid after the referred employee reaches 6 months of employment.

ARSIEM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.