General Dynamics Information Technology · 19 hours ago
Aerial CSOC Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$97K/yr - $131K/yr
3+ years expGeneral Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting and mission services to U.S. government agencies. They are seeking an Aerial CSOC Analyst to analyze, develop, implement, and support cybersecurity measures for the United States Postal Service, focusing on incident analysis and leveraging AI/ML technologies to enhance security operations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Performing deep-dive incident analysis by correlating data from various sources and determines if a critical system or data set affected. Handle incidents as defined in Playbooks and SOPs
Advise on remediation actions and provide input and analysis on how to leverage Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and SOAR capabilities to improve CSOC efficiency and accuracy
Identification of Cybersecurity problems which may require mitigating controls
Analyze network traffic to identify exploit or intrusion related attempts
Recommend detection mechanisms for exploit and or intrusion related attempts
Provide subject matter expertise on network-based attacks, network traffic analysis, and intrusion methodologies
Escalate items which require further investigation to other members of the Threat Management team
Execute operational processes in support of response efforts to identified security incidents
Utilize AI/ML-based tools and techniques to detect anomalies, automate incident triage, and improve threat intelligence
Performing and analyzing threat intelligence to assess risk and adapt defenses using ML enhance tools
Manage email security using ProofPoint, monitor for threats, and promptly respond to attacks
Configure Splunk for log analysis, create alerts, and investigate security incidents diligently
Set up FirePower for network monitoring, analyze traffic patterns, and enforce robust security measures
Deploy Sentinel 1 agents efficiently, monitor alerts closely, and conduct thorough security assessments
Monitoring, reviewing, and responding to security alerts and incidents across multiple platforms including Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Endpoint, Defender XDR, Defender for Office 365, Azure Entra ID, and Google Cloud Security Command Center (SCC)
Tuning security policies, maintaining visibility into cloud and endpoint environments, and supporting continuous improvement of the organization’s security posture
Stay current on the latest cybersecurity trends, threat actors, and AI/ML research relevant to the field
Identify and support automation use cases, including the use of AI/ML to enhance SOC capabilities
Collaborate across Operations to provide SOC enhancement capabilities through the use of automation and AI
Qualification
Required
3 + years of related experience
BA or BS in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
3+ years IT security experience with at least some exposure to AI/ML projects
2+ years' experience in network traffic analysis
Strong working knowledge of Boolean Logic
Strong working knowledge of TCP/IP Fundamentals
Strong working knowledge of Network Level Exploits
Strong working knowledge of Threat Management
Knowledge of Control Frameworks and Risk Management techniques
Excellent oral, written communication skills and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong understanding of IDS/IPS technologies, trends, vendors, processes, and methodologies
Strong understanding of common IDS/IPS architectures and implementations
Strong understanding of IDS/IPS signatures, content creation and signature characteristics including both signature and anomaly-based analysis and detection
Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Hands-on experience with cybersecurity automation (e.g., SOAR platforms)
Proficiency in using machine learning frameworks to develop, train, and deploy models for anomaly detection, threat intelligence, and behavioral analysis in cybersecurity contexts
Skills in data analysis and feature engineering, with the ability to preprocess and transform large datasets from various sources (e.g., logs, network traffic) to extract relevant features for machine learning models aimed at identifying security incidents and vulnerabilities
Familiarity with the application of AI/ML techniques in cybersecurity, including but not limited to automated threat detection, incident response automation, and predictive analytics
Understanding and experience identifying and implementing automation use cases
Preferred
One or more relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED), GIAC Certified Security Essentials (GSEC), CISSP, or SSCP desired
Benefits
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career.
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness
10 paid holidays per year
GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance
Company
General Dynamics Information Technology
General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
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