Cybersecurity Ops Analyst

SAIC is a mission integrator providing technology and innovation solutions across defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets. The Cybersecurity Ops Analyst (Shift Leader) leads security event detection and response within a 24/7/365 Security Operations Center, using SIEM and EDR tools to analyze incidents, coordinate response, and oversee Cybersecurity Ops Associates. The role also manages shift operations, training, performance tracking, threat hunting, intelligence gathering, and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Lead the identification, prioritization, and response to intrusion activities and anomalous behavior as shift leader on an 24/7/365 Detection & Response Team
• Assess the impact of potentially malicious traffic on the network and infrastructure
• Perform in-depth analysis of security anomalies and incidents using network forensics via a SIEM and host level forensic via an EDR tool
• Document all incidents within the shift and maintain incident tickets
• Communicate and escalate issues and incidents as necessary
• Handle IP/URL/Hash block requests and develop new correlation content
• Conduct second-level real-time monitoring and analysis of security alerts
• Delegate event analysis tasks to Cybersecurity Ops Associates, as required
• Provide feedback on tuning for enhanced anomaly detection
• Retrieve and review data files associated with security events
• Evaluate malicious activity and review vulnerability information to assess risk
• Collaborate with other teams for incident resolution
• Manage shift operations: Train, mentor, and oversee Cybersecurity Ops Associates, including approving timecards, expenses, providing feedback, writing performance reviews and ensuring shift coverage for 24/7/365 operation
• Continually review and improve documentation procedures
• Participate in knowledge sharing
• Additional responsibilities will include the ability to train, mentor Cybersecurity Ops Associates

Requirements:

• Bachelors and two (2) years or more experience OR AA Degree in related discipline and three (3) years or more experience
• Must have a minimum of two (2) year cybersecurity operations related experience
• Must possess the following certification(s): Security+ AND CySA+
• Strong leadership skills; proven ability to lead and motivate a team effectively
• Can-do attitude
• Self-motivated and quick-learner
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to multitask and collaborate to solve complex technical problems
• US citizenship is required
• Three (3) years cybersecurity operations related experience