SOC Analyst at i3 in Huntsville, Alabama

Job Description:

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented SOC Analyst to join our i3 team. As a SOC Analyst, you will play a vital role in protecting our organization's information systems and data from security threats. Your primary responsibilities will include monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents in real-time, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of our network. You will be responsible for analyzing security alerts and logs, conducting vulnerabilities assessments, and collaborating with other IT staff to implement security measures. This position requires a proactive mindset and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment where you will need to make quick decisions based on your analysis and the current threat landscape. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge security tools and technologies, enhancing your skills and knowledge in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity. Additionally, you will contribute to the development and implementation of security policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Maintains a secure information environment within the organization. Develops and enforces security policies, manages risks, responds to incidents, and stays current of evolving threats. Coordinates inspections, tests and reviewsand responsible for continuous monitoring plan. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for cybersecurity, making this role not only crucial but also significantly rewarding as you help safeguard our digital assets.
Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, and leads a team of Information Systems Security professionals by providing advice, guidance, learning opportunities, feedback, and training.
• Coordinate IS security inspections, tests, and reviews.
• Define, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures.
• Ensure System Administrators (SA) monitor all available resources that provide warnings of system vulnerabilities or ongoing attacks.
• Respond immediately to security-related incidents and provide a thorough post-event analysis.
• Manage, maintain, and execute the information security continuous monitoring plan.
• Maintain a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.
• Govern marking, handling, controlling, removing, transporting, sanitizing, reusing, and destroying media and equipment containing sensitive information.
• Responsible for providing training to the organization on various security safeguards and regulations.
• Collect any required training data for mandated cybersecurity reporting.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts from various sources to detect potential incidents.
• Conduct timely investigations of security incidents and generate reports on findings.
• Collaborate with other IT and security teams to implement security measures and improve processes.
• Review and suggest ways to optimize existing security tools and systems for maximum effectiveness.
• Review vulnerability assessments and recommend appropriate remediation strategies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and trends.
• Assist in compliance audits and ensure adherence to security policies and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Additional years of experience may substitute for degree.
• 8-15 years of relevant experience.
• CompTIA Security+ CE.
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of the following regulations: DFARS; CMMC.
• Strong understanding and experience in the following: RMF Framework, FedRamp Regulations, Software Approval Processes, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Lifecycle, Change Control Boards, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Federal Security Regulations, Incident Response Plans, Policy Management.
• Experience with SIEM development and log monitoring, networking protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
• Ability to operate within a collaborative team framework in the workgroup and across IT Services.
• Understanding and experience with information security in a distributed computing environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD SECRET Security Clearance. Secret Clearance preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

About i3
Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.
• Our focus is to leave our team members and customers better than we found them.
• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned
• Outstanding insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Fun culture with company activities
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

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