SSUSA Job #991: JUNIOR CYBERSECURITY/SOC ANALYST

Job Description

JUNIOR CYBERSECURITY/SOC ANALYST

One of our NYC based clients is seeking a Junior Cybersecurity/SOC Analyst that will be focused on threat monitoring, setting alerts, investigation, response and detection. You must have at least 6 months up to 2 years of experience and have worked in an internship or in a Security Operations Center.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Detect threats through all stages of an attack

· Investigate security events

· Gather forensic evidence for investigation and remediation

· Investigate Cybersecurity platforms and tools (NGFW, NDR, EDR, TIP, SIEM, ) to determine the correct remediation actions and escalation paths for each incident

· Perform incident response activities such as host triage and retrieval, malware analysis, remote system analysis, end-user interviews, and remediation efforts

· Maintain security monitoring tools

· Assist with the development of processes and procedures to improve incident response times, analysis of incidents, and overall SOC functions

· Document all activities during an incident

SKILLS

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, MIS, Engineering or related technical discipline. Equivalent work experience in the Information Technology field will be considered coupled with relevant Cyber Security certifications.
Minimum 6 months to a year of direct information security experience within an Information Technology organization
Active certifications from GIAC/SANS, ISACA and ISC2 are extremely desirable.

· Excellent time management and organizational skills.

· Excellent documentation skills

YOU MUST LIVE IN THE NYC AREA

SEND YOUR RESUME TO CLIFF@SSUSA.COM MENTION JOB 991 IN THE SUBJECT BOX

Job Location
NY CITY /REMOTE FROM HOME

Position Type
Permanent

Salary Range
TBD