IT - Information Security/Privacy Analyst I

PlanIT Group, LLC; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanIT Group in Rockville, MD is seeking a Security Operations Center analyst for a hybrid on-site role. You will monitor security events and incidents, triage alerts, and coordinate with IT teams to improve defenses.

The role requires 1–3 years in a SOC or recent graduate with certifications, familiarity with Windows/Linux/UNIX, strong written and verbal communication, and Splunk or SIEM tools. Must be a US citizen eligible for clearance. Second or third shift options may apply.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of security operations center environment experience or recent college graduate with industry certifications.
• Experience with Windows, Linux or UNIX in a functional capacity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Skills

SOC experience

Clear communication

US citizenship

Security certifications

Tools

Splunk

Job description

Summary

• 1-3 years of security operations center environment experience or recent college graduate with industry certifications.
• Experience with a variety of operating systems including Windows, Linux or UNIX in a functional capacity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Must be able to communicate technical details clearly
• Splunk or similar SIEM tool
• MUST BE A US CITIZEN
• MUST BE ABLE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN THE REQUIRED AGENCY CLEARANCE

Preferred

• CSIS, CEH, CSTA, CSTP, GCFE, CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, GPEN. - One or more preferred
• IDS Log analysis skills
• Packet Capture tools and analysis
• Knowledge of well-known protocols and services (FTP, HTTP, SSH, SMB, DAP)
• Target second shift (1200-2200) or third shift (2000-0600) depending on staffing needs.
• This position is hybrid on-site in Rockville, MD.

For this position, there will be only one bill rate regardless of the number of hours worked in a day and / or work week.

Prime Contract# HHS316201200026W - Task Order#75F40122FF80448.

Contract & Location Details

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is- 561320 . The small business size standard is $34million.
• Candidate must have open, in-person shift availability. The position will be targeting second shift (1200-2200) or third shift (2000-0600) depending on staffing needs. 2nd shift: 12p-10p, 3rd shift 8p-6a.
• This location for this role is hybrid on-site in Rockville, MD.