SOC Analyst at Technology Consulting, Inc.
Herndon, VA
About the Job
TCI has an immediate need for a SOC Analyst in Herndon, VA. This is a long-term contract opportunity with the possibility of hire.
SUMMARY
The SOC Analyst will be responsible for analyzing and/or administering security controls for information systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SUMMARY
The SOC Analyst will be responsible for analyzing and/or administering security controls for information systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Safeguard the network against unauthorized infiltration, modification, destruction or disclosure.
- Researches, evaluates, tests, recommends, communicates and implements new security software or devices.
- Implements, enforces, communicates and develops security policies or plans for data, software applications, hardware, and telecommunications.
- Manages the company's firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
- Provides information to management regarding the negative impact on the business caused by theft, destruction, alteration or denial of access to information.
- Works under general direction and guidance within standard processes for non-routine tasks.
- Works to achieve operational targets that impact team results.
- Bachelor’s degree in IT Security or related field, and a minimum of 2 years related experience; OR Associates Degree and a minimum of 4 years related experience.
- 1+ year of experience in the Information Security field.
- 1+ year of experience in the network engineering field (Firewalls, Routers, Switches, VPN).
- COMPTIA Security + Certification.
- Understanding of various Operating Systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, etc.)
- Understanding of system logs and be familiar with log analysis
- Understanding of predominant cyber-attack vectors (Buffer Overflow, Phishing, etc.)
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced ever-changing environment.
- Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance.
