Defense Unicorns · 1 day ago
Security Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$94K/yr - $126K/yr
5+ years expDefense Unicorns is a contractor for the U.S. government focused on delivering secure software solutions. They are seeking a Security Analyst to ensure the integrity and security of enterprise applications, perform security analysis, and maintain compliance certifications.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)National SecuritySoftwareSoftware Engineering
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Advise tuning of SIEM correlation rules and use cases to identify security incidents and anomalies
Currently possess and maintain a DoD 8570 IAT II Certification
Monitor SIEM alerts, triage, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner, escalating as necessary to the appropriate team(s) for further investigation and remediation
Perform Third Party/Supply Chain Risk Management reviews, to include security research and audit report analysis
Document procedures and playbooks for incident response and security processes to aid in maintaining compliance certifications and smooth security operations
Perform internal security control audits and recurring reviews to validate adherence to established procedures. Recommend updates to procedures as business needs evolve
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product engineering, People Operations, and IT Operations, to ensure effective integration and operation of security controls
Stay current of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends in cybersecurity, and recommend proactive measures to enhance our security posture
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship is required
Currently possess and maintain a DoD 8570 IAT II Certification
Advise tuning of SIEM correlation rules and use cases to identify security incidents and anomalies
Monitor SIEM alerts, triage, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner, escalating as necessary to the appropriate team(s) for further investigation and remediation
Perform Third Party/Supply Chain Risk Management reviews, to include security research and audit report analysis
Document procedures and playbooks for incident response and security processes to aid in maintaining compliance certifications and smooth security operations
Perform internal security control audits and recurring reviews to validate adherence to established procedures. Recommend updates to procedures as business needs evolve
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product engineering, People Operations, and IT Operations, to ensure effective integration and operation of security controls
Stay current of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends in cybersecurity, and recommend proactive measures to enhance our security posture
Preferred
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or compliance, with strong preference towards candidates who have worked with NIST 800-171, CMMC, NIST 800-172, or NIST 800-53
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex security incidents and recommend effective countermeasures
Demonstrated experience documenting security procedures and playbooks, such as for incident response
Strong proficiency in platforms including Google Workspace, Google Security Operations (aka Google Chronicle), MacOS, Github, Notion, and Slack
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders in a remote work environment
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, EC-CSA, or GIAC Certified Detection Analyst are highly desirable
Hold a security clearance / Eligible to apply for a security clearance
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision
Premiums are 100% Company Paid
Health Reimbursement Account
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Company Stock Options
Home Office Budget
Unlimited paid time off, with a mandatory 10 days off on top of 11 federal government holidays, week of Thanksgiving, last two weeks of December (including New Year’s Day)
Paid Parental Leave
Reimbursement for approved trainings/subscriptions
Conferences (travel, lodging, and fees)
Company
Defense Unicorns
Defense Unicorns is a software startup that provides open-source software and AI capabilities for national security systems.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$35.5M2024-03-07Series A· $35M
2022-10-13Seed· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Robert Slaughter
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff McCoy
Chief Technology Officer
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