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CYBER WATCH ANALYST - AURORA, CO, USA

Full time | Aurora, CO, USA
posted 4 years ago

JOB DETAILS

We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Cyber Security Analyst, to join our Staff team in the Aurora, CO area.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

  • Provides detection, identification, and reporting of possible cyber-attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities.
  • Characterizes and performs analysis of network traffic and system data to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to resources.
  • Performs security event and incident correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources within the enterprise.
  • Performs cyber incident triage to include determining scope, urgency, and potential impact; identify the specific vulnerability and make recommendations which enable expeditious remediation.
  • Tracks and documents cyber incidents from initial detection through final resolution.
  • Analyzes and assesses damage to the data / infrastructure as a result of cyber incidents
  • Performs cyber incident trend analysis and reporting.

Basic Qualifications

  • Minimum Education: B.S. or equivalent experience in related field
  • 1-3+ years of relevant experience
  • CSSP-IR certification required (CEH preferred)
  • IAT Level II (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security) certification required
  • Hours: 24x7 Shift Work (Panama Shift Schedule; hours dependent on location)
     

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient in Windows and Linux operating systems.
  • Experience working in a Cybersecurity Operations Center environment desired
  • Experience with COTS technologies used in a Cybersecurity Operations Center environment desired
  • Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies.
  • Working knowledge of database and operating system security.
  • Understanding of latest security principles, techniques, and protocols.
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating resources and ensuring scheduled goals are met.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Ability to effectively interact with various levels of senior management is necessary.
  • Ability to make decisions and resolve problems effectively – Seek out information and data to evaluate, prioritize and formulate best solution or practice.
  • Must be able to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, share workloads, and deal with sudden shifts in project priorities.
     

Security Clearance Requirements

  • Must possess an active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
     

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.
  • The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. We may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

Our company and its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first.  Help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position through our online applicant system, please contact us with your name and contact information.

 

 

CITIZENSHIP

No Requirement Specified

JOB ROLES

  • Cyber - Data Security Analyst
  • Cyber - Incident Responder
  • Cyber - Intrusion Detection Specialist



START LOCATION

Aurora, CO, USA

NUMBER OF PERSONNEL REQUIRED

1

REGION

North America

EXPIRATION

This job has now closed

Rate on Application

REQUIREMENTS

  • General Certification

    Other General

    Degree

    IT Skills

    3 Year Employment History

  • Background Checks & Security Clearances

    Active/Current TS/SCI security clearance verifiable in JPAS

    Polygraph

  • Cyber Security

    CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)

    GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials Course)

    SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner)

    CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate Security)

    Degree

    Other

    IAT Level 2

    CSSP-IR (Cyber Security Service Provider - Incident Responder)

    Security+

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