Security Operations Center (SOC) Specialist

BCBS Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, A Mutual Insurance Company; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is seeking a Security Operation Center Specialist to guard against cyber threats and protect our technology infrastructure. You will monitor real-time security alerts, triage events, and collaborate with the Cybersecurity Team on threat hunting and incident response.

In this role you will review investigation findings, assist with forensic activities, and help maintain security policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cyber security, information technology or related field.
• Understanding of adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of security technologies; such as IDS/IPS/SIEM, firewalls & log analysis, data loss prevention, antivirus, network packet analyzers, and malware and forensic analysis tools, data exfiltration, lateral movement, malware persistence, malware beaconing, and C2 communications.
• Ability to research and solve complex business and technology problems.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, multi-tasking, project management, and communication skills.
• Customer focused and service oriented to ensure timely and accurate performance and benchmark achievement.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time threats and triage alerts, validating security alerts if an incident has actually occurred.
• Assist with digital forensic investigations to determine system misconduct or wrongdoing in accordance with current regulations.
• Assist where needed in response to potential security incidents.
• Ensure all relevant information is obtained to prepare comprehensive notes of investigative findings.
• Maintain Information Security Policies and Procedures related to the security incident response program.
• Assist with eDiscovery and litigatory security support for the processing, review and presentation of data.

Skills

Threat hunting

Real-time monitoring

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cyber security, information technology or related field

Tools

IDS/IPS/SIEM

Firewalls

Log analysis

Data loss prevention

Malware analysis tools

Job description

Healthy Careers Start Here Security Operation Center Specialist Be part of a vision for a healthier Mississippi as a Security Operation Center Specialist. At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, we provide health coverage, and peace of mind, to Mississippians. Our Security Operation Center Specialist fulfills a key role in guarding against modern cybersecurity threats, protecting the technology infrastructure of the organization. This Specialist monitors real-time security alerts and investigates anomalous activity. Collaborating closely with the Cybersecurity Team, this Specialist will contribute to threat hunting and analysis activities to provide timely response to incidents.

What You’ll Do:

Monitor real-time threats and triage alerts, validating security alerts if an incident has actually occurred. Assist with digital forensic investigations to determine system misconduct or wrongdoing in accordance with current regulations. Assist where needed in response to potential security incidents. Ensure all relevant information is obtained to prepare comprehensive notes of investigative findings. Maintain Information Security Policies and Procedures related to the security incident response program. Assist with eDiscovery and litigatory security support for the processing, review and presentation of data.

Job-Specific Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cyber security, information technology or related field.
• Understanding of adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Knowledge of security technologies; such as IDS/IPS/SIEM, firewalls & log analysis, data loss prevention, antivirus, network packet analyzers, and malware and forensic analysis tools, data exfiltration, lateral movement, malware persistence, malware beaconing, and C2 communications.
• Ability to research and solve complex business and technology problems.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, multi-tasking, project management, and communication skills.
• Customer focused and service oriented to ensure timely and accurate performance and benchmark achievement.

Preferred include:

• Security certifications (CompTIA Network+, Security+ or equivalent, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft’s Active Directory.
• Working knowledge of Linux.
• Exposure to Python and other programming languages used for threat analysis and tool integration.
• General knowledge of security requirements required by HIPAA, HITECH or other federal or state regulations.

Why Join Us

Purpose-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact on the Health & Wellness of our Members. Healthy Culture: Work in an environment with a focus on your health which allows you to thrive. The walking track, onsite gym and café are just a few of the highlights of the campus.

At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, we’re not just about providing health insurance, we are creating a strong, supportive community which encourages every Mississippian to live their healthiest life. This mission requires a talented and motivated team with diverse sets of skills and experiences, aligned with the commitment of a healthy Mississippi. By combining strong financial stewardship with a focus on the Health & Wellness of Mississippians, we invest in programs, partnerships, and innovations which drive quality care, lower costs, and healthier lives. It’s good to be Blue! Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation. Our benefits program is among the best in the health care field. We are looking for employees who can bring their experience, expertise and dedication to work for our customers. At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, we work daily to help Mississippians find their personal answers to this question through health and wellness partnerships with quality healthcare providers, employer groups and community leaders across the state. Our goal is to help each person along their journey to a healthier life… their Blue Wellness Journey. Our health and wellness benefits are designed to support our members in understanding their health and in receiving the care they need at the right time and place, beginning with establishing a healthy relationship with a Primary Care Network Provider through an annual wellness visit at no out-of-pocket cost.

We partner with our Network Providers to ensure the highest quality, evidence-based care is provided in each care setting from primary care to specialty care through our Primary Care Home, Blue Distinction+ Centers of Excellence and Maternity Care Quality initiatives. We partner with employer groups to make every workplace a healthy workplace by providing tools and information to help employees take ownership of their health and understand and make the most of their benefits, all while working to manage health and healthcare costs. We partner with community leaders and organizations to make healthy living resources available to all Mississippians through the work of the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi Foundation, our support of the arts and culture and our Team Blue volunteers. These partnerships and our dedicated team of employees are making a difference every day, in our communities and in the lives of each person we reach.

So, what does it mean to be healthy? The answer is about you, your health, your life… and all its possibilities. Live healthy. Live Blue.

Compensation & Benefits: We offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes medical benefits, 401(k), ample paid time off and a schedule that supports true work/life balance.