Security Administrator II

State Employees' Credit Union; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization committed to the philosophy of 'People Helping People.' As a Security Administrator II, you will play a crucial role in enhancing cybersecurity by managing SIEM solutions and responding to security incidents. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will collaborate with IT and security teams to develop effective use cases and improve overall security operations. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will stay updated on the latest threats and best practices. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in SOC/SIEM roles with incident response expertise.
• Relevant certifications like CSA or CEH are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage SIEM solutions to enhance cybersecurity.
• Develop use cases for threat detection and response.

Skills

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Incident Response

Threat Detection

Cybersecurity

Log Management

Use Case Development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant certifications (CSA, CEH)

Bachelor's in Information Security

Tools

SIEM Systems

Log Management Systems

Job description

If you are motivated and believe in the credit union philosophy of "People Helping People," join our team!

Position Overview:

A Security Administrator II is responsible for implementing, managing, and optimizing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions to enhance an organization's cybersecurity posture. This role involves monitoring security alerts, analyzing security incidents, and collaborating with other IT and security teams to ensure effective threat detection and response. The Security Administrator II also develops and fine-tunes correlation rules and reports to mitigate risks and improve overall security operations.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. (25 %) Design, implement, and maintain the systems and infrastructure that support the SOC, including SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems, log management systems, and other security tools.
2. (20 %) Design and develop use cases that align with the organization's security goals and objectives, focusing on the detection and response to security incidents.
3. (20 %) Create and maintain a library of use cases that cover a wide range of security scenarios, including insider threats, malware infections, network intrusions, and data breaches.
4. (20 %) Analyze running processes and configurations on affected systems to understand the impact and potential damage caused by the attack.
5. (10 %) Document use case design, implementation, and performance metrics for reporting and auditing purposes.
6. (5 %) Stay up to date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices to continuously improve the organization's security posture.

Required Education & Experience (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

1. HS Diploma or GED
2. Relevant certifications, such as the EC-Council's Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) or advanced certifications like Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), are highly valued.
3. 2 – 4 Years previous experience as a SOC/SIEM Engineer or similar role, with a strong track record of successfully investigating and responding to critical security incidents.

Preferred Education & Experience (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

1. 2 – 4 Year University with the Information Security field of study.
2. Relevant certifications, such as the EC-Council's Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) or advanced certifications like Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), are highly valued.
3. 3 – 5 Years previous experience as a Tier 3 SOC Analyst or similar role, with a strong track record of successfully investigating and responding to critical security incidents.

Job Environment & Physical Requirements:

1. Hybrid expectations
2. Work from Home expectations.