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Adapt Forward · 1 hour ago

DCO Watch Analyst Tier I CHS

North Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

3+ years exp

Adapt Forward is a cybersecurity solutions provider for some of the nation’s most valuable information systems. As a Tier 1 Defensive Cyber Operations Watch Analyst, you will be responsible for monitoring and triaging security events, identifying suspicious activities, and supporting incident response activities under supervision.

ComputerCyber SecurityNetwork Security

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Monitor network and host-based systems for suspicious activity using provided tools and SOPs

Validate security events and escalate potential incidents to Tier 2 analysts per CJCSM 6510.01B guidelines

Enter incident data into designated reporting systems with accuracy and timeliness

Assist in managing incident response campaigns by documenting and tracking basic incident details under supervision

Provide 24/7 support for incident response during assigned shifts, including non-core hours as needed

Participate in training to develop familiarity with CSSP tools and processes

Support basic log correlation tasks using tools like Splunk, Elastic, and Sentinel

Assist in program reviews and product evaluations as directed

Operations are conducted 24/7/365 across three regional operation centers (ROC)

Each ROC works four ten-hour shifts (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday)

Shift placement is at the discretion of assigned managers

Overtime may be required to support incident response actions (Surge)

Up to 10% travel may be required, may be international

Must maintain a current US passport

Qualification

Log Aggregation ToolsIncident ResponseCybersecurity ComplianceDigital ForensicsThreat HuntingCJCSM 6510.01BCommunication SkillsBachelor’s DegreeDoD 8570 IAT Level II

Required

Bachelor's degree in relevant technical discipline or 3+ years of experience working in a CSSP, SOC, or similar environment

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must have requisite certifications to fulfill DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP-specific requirements

Secret required to start, TS SCI required

Preferred

Experience with Log Aggregation Tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel)

Experience with IDS/IPS, host-based, and operating system logging solutions

Knowledge of Incident Response methodologies and procedures

Experience with digital forensics, threat hunting, and/or incident response

Familiarity with CJCSM 6510.01B

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Comprehensive Physical Wellness Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision Care, plus Flexible Spending Accounts for health- and dependent-care are included in our standard benefits plan.

401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contribution is immediately available and vested.

Annual Training Budget to be used for conference attendance, school enrollment, certification programs, and associated travel expenses.

Eleven Federal Holidays, plus three weeks of PTO/vacation/sick leave that accrues at a rate of ten hours per month.

Employee Assistance Program: Counseling/legal assistance and other employee well-being programs are also offered.