Security Operations Center Analyst

Akkodis; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 92,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Akkodis seeks an Analyst, Security Operations Center - Team Lead to oversee operational matters in their Security Operations Center. The role involves troubleshooting security tools, managing incidents and collaborating with multiple teams to uphold a strong security posture. Ideal candidates will have a background in cybersecurity and hold relevant certifications, working in a collaborative environment with opportunities for career growth and bonuses.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years IT or Information Security experience.
• Holds Jr level industry certifications (CompTIA Security+, Network+ or similar).
• Holds mid-level industry certifications related to network security.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to incident and task related tickets.
• Provide first level of escalation to Associate SOC Analysts.
• Assist security teams in routine maintenance tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Understanding of security principles

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field

Industry certifications (CompTIA Security+, Network+)

Mid-level industry certifications related to network security (Palo Alto PCNSA, Cisco CCNA Security)

Job description

At Akkodis, we use our insight, knowledge, and global resources to make exceptional connections every day. With 60 branch offices located strategically throughout North America, we are positioned perfectly to deliver the industry's top talent to each of our clients. Clients choose Akkodis as their workforce partner to solve staffing challenges that range from locating hard-to-find niche talent to completing quick-fill demands.

Akkodis is seeking a Analyst, Security Operations Center - Team Lead for a direct hire role with a client located in Washington, DC

Location: Washington, DC

Salary : $92K-130k Yearly

Summary:

The Analyst, Security Operations Center - Team Lead will serve as a team lead for Information Security operational matters within our security operations center. This will include troubleshooting issues with security tools (such as VPN, email security, and endpoint security), triaging security detections, performing routine maintenance tasks, providing coaching to associate SOC analysts, and assisting with escalation related matters. This position will also include duties related firewall projects. This position collaborates with business units, end users, and engineering teams to maintain the firm’s security posture. The candidate must be willing to work a pre-scheduled shift and remain on-call as necessary for escalations. Qualified candidates will have a background in cybersecurity, IT support or related formal education.

In this capacity, the Analyst, Security Operations Center - Team Lead will:

• Monitor and respond to incident and task related tickets;
• Provide a first level of escalation to our Associate SOC Analysts;
• Assist in escalation related matters presented to our security operations center;
• Assist other security teams in implementing changes and performing routine maintenance tasks;
• Create and maintain documentation support the security environment;
• Collaborate with various Information Security and Information Technology teams to ensure the overall security of the firm; and
• Assist with firewall related projects.

Proficiencies:

• Strong communication skills with ability to articulate and translate security and risk management terminology in business terms;
• Rudimentary leadership abilities;
• Basic understanding of the latest security principles, techniques, and protocols;
• Understand of ticket flow and troubleshooting issues across teams; and
• Understanding security system concepts, including web filtering, firewall management, least-privilege access, vulnerability management, identity and access management, security risk assessments, etc.

Qualifications:

• Have minimum of 4 years IT or Information Security experience; or a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity or related field (required);
• Holds Jr level industry certifications (CompTIA Security+, Network+ or similar) (required); and
• Holds mid-level industry certifications related to network security (Palo Alto PCNSA, Cisco CCNA Security, Fortinet Certified Professional – Network Security or similar)(preferred).

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

If you are interested in this Analyst, Security Operations Center , then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to www.akkodis.com. If you have questions about the position, please contact Priyanka Khurana at [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.