SOC Analyst 2

JOb ID 736264

Job Title : SOC Analyst 2

Location : Hybrid Des Moines IA

Duration : 12 Months

Client: State of IA DOM DOIT

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The Technical Specialist (TS) is a senior level resource with specialized knowledge and experience in a specific technology such as SharePoint development or an SAP specialist.

This position supports the State of Iowas Department of Management Division of IT (DOM DoIT) Security Operations Center(SOC). The purpose of this position is to provide tier two triage for information technology issues and information security incidents. As a tier two information security incident handler this position will be responsible for information security incidents for the entirety of their lifecycle.

Serve as the primary incident owner for the Security Operations Center. Lead efforts related to the incident handling processes such as incident discovery analysis and verification incident tracking containment and recovery incident response coordination escalation and notification. Lead efforts in coordinating with other teams to remediate detected incidents. Communicate intelligence to key personnel.

Candidate Requirements:

Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) CompTIA Security (Security CE) CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CSA) or other information security certifications.

Strong understanding of security technologies and strategies including but not limited to: firewall IDS policy management security processes/bestpractice logging/monitoring antivirus vulnerability assessment patch management and incident response.

Solid knowledge of common and emerging attack vectors penetration methods and countermeasures.

Knowledge of conflict resolution and incident escalation.

Ability to work effectively with customers to solve business challenges while balancing the need for confidentiality integrity and availability.

Demonstrated ability to resolve issues in a variety of complex situations which require complex judgments and solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought.

Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems convey both oral and written instruction and handle multiple task interruptions while providing services in a professional and courteous manner.

Proven ability to work with diverse audiences and translate technical information into nontechnical information.

Must be an individual of high integrity and be a model of unwavering integrity to others.

Commitment to fostering a diverse working environment.

Demonstrated ability to work independently as part of a team of peers and also to support and contribute to a multidisciplinary team environment.

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