Sr. Specialist Cybersecurity

LevelBlue, LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance programs

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

LevelBlue is a leading, analyst-recognized managed security services provider delivering proactive security operations, threat intelligence, and incident response services. We seek a senior SOC professional to monitor SIEM, investigate alerts, and drive incident response processes within our 24/7 SOC.

The role requires expertise in incident detection and response, excellent problem solving, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a security operations team in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate senior level expertise in cybersecurity incident detection and response.
• Experience monitoring SIEM platforms and investigating alerts.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a SOC team.
• Knowledge of incident response lifecycle and analysis techniques.
• Direct experience in SOC operations, incident response, and threat analysis.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze and report on cyber threats identified through leveraging SIEM, a variety of security tools, and proactive threat hunting.
• Investigate intrusion attempts and perform in-depth analysis of exploits.
• Develop and follow detailed operational processes and procedures to appropriately analyze, elevate and assist in the remediation of information security-related incidents.
• Analyze a variety of network and host-based security appliance logs to determine the correct remediation actions and escalation paths for each incident.
• Communicate technical investigation details with customers and other members of the team.

Skills

SIEM proficiency

Incident detection & response

Threat hunting

Network security concepts

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (degree a plus)

Tools

SIEM platforms

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

HIDS/NIDS

Syslog analysis

Job description

LevelBlue reduces risk and builds lasting resilience so organizations can innovate and advance their mission with confidence. As the world’s most analyst-recognized and largest pure-play managed security services provider, LevelBlue elevates client outcomes that matter: stronger defense, faster response, and sustained business continuity. LevelBlue combines AI-powered security operations, advanced threat intelligence, and elite human expertise to provide the most comprehensive portfolio of strategic advisory, managed security, offensive security, and incident response services.

The candidate for this position will demonstrate senior level expertise in cybersecurity incident detection and response leveraging SIEM technologies. The candidate as part of our 24/7 SOC, will monitor SIEM platform, investigate alerts and initiate incident response processes. Skills and familiarity with USM-A or equivalent solutions a plus. This position also requires strong problem solving and communication skills, as well as the ability to work alone and as a member of the SOC team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze and report on cyber threats identified through leveraging Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), a variety of security tools, and proactive threat hunting.
• Investigate intrusion attempts and perform in-depth analysis of exploits.
• Develop and follow detailed operational processes and procedures to appropriately analyze, elevate and assist in the remediation of information security-related incidents.
• Analyze a variety of network and host-based security appliance logs (Firewalls, NIDS, HIDS, Sys Logs, etc.) to determine the correct remediation actions and escalation paths for each incident.
• Communicate technical investigation details with customers and other members of the team.

Qualifications

• Ability and technical baseline skills to acquire in-depth knowledge of network and host security technologies, and continuously improve these skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound problem resolution, judgment, negotiating and decision-making skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to accomplish assigned tasks
• Strong knowledge of the incident response lifecycle and analysis techniques
• Direct experience in Security Operations Center work, Incident Response, Network Event Analysis, Threat Analysis, and/or Intelligence Analysis is required.
• Knowledge of IDS/IPS, firewalls, SIEM or other security platforms in large enterprise environments is required.

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a college or university degree is a plus.

Why Join LevelBlue?

At LevelBlue, you’re not just an employee—you’re part of a team making a real difference in the world of cybersecurity. We foster a culture of innovation and creativity where your contributions are valued, and you’ll have the support and resources to grow and thrive.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Adoption assistance program.

This role is open to candidates legally authorized to work in the United States. At LevelBlue, we support flexible work and bring people together in person for key moments based on role, team, and business needs.

LevelBlue is committed to a culture of respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. 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 status protected under applicable law.