State of Missouri · 21 hours ago
Cybersecurity Analyst #5-7-312
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe State of Missouri is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join their mission-driven cybersecurity team. In this role, you will protect the state's digital infrastructure by monitoring and analyzing security alerts, managing SIEM platforms, and participating in incident response efforts.
AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze security alerts and events from multiple sources, including SIEM platforms, firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and endpoint protection tools, to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities
Triage and assess security incidents to determine severity and impact
Escalate confirmed events to appropriate teams
Actively assist in incident response efforts to ensure timely resolution. Documenting event details, actions taken, and resolution steps in ticketing systems
Support threat intelligence gathering and correlating findings with internal security events to strengthen detection capabilities
Take ownership of onboarding new SIEM integrations, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimal performance. This includes normalizing diverse data streams for consistency and accuracy and correlating that data with other sources within the SIEM to provide comprehensive visibility and actionable insights
Manage and optimize SIEM solutions by creating and tuning alerts to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives, while maintaining SOC documentation, playbooks, and standard operating procedures
Participate in regular SOC shift rotations, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to provide continuous coverage and operational support
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, including on-boarding new data sources, normalizing data, and correlating events for comprehensive threat detection
Basic understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP networks and protocols
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess and respond to complex security incidents
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and collaboration
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
Willingness to participate in on-call rotations and work flexible hours to support 24/7 operations
Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment
Preferred
Experience working in a Security Operations Center or similar cyber security environment
Knowledge of IDS/IPS technologies, endpoint protection tools, log analysis, and the MITRE ATT&CK framework
Understanding of incident response methodologies and best practices
Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate's name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position
Knowledge of IT forensic concepts, domain structures, user authentication, and digital signatures
Knowledge of intrusion detection methods and techniques, and internet architecture
Ability to think methodically and critically
Ability to recognize security intrusions and take appropriate action
Ability to research and identify causes of security breaches
Benefits
Defined pension plan
Generous amounts of leave and holiday time
Eligibility for health insurance coverage
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
Founded in 1820
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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