Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Summary

As a Cybersecurity Analyst at PingWind Inc., you will play a critical role in protecting our clients' sensitive information from cyber threats. Your primary responsibility will be to monitor and analyze security alerts in real-time, identifying potential threats and taking swift action to mitigate them.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform real-time monitoring and triage of security alerts in Cybersecurity toolsets, including SIEM and EDR

• Make accurate determinations of what alerts are false positives or require further investigation and prioritization

• Lead and actively participate in the investigation, analysis, and resolution of cybersecurity incidents, analyzing attack patterns, determining the root cause, and recommending appropriate remediation measures to prevent future occurrences

• Ensure accurate and detailed documentation of incident response activities, including analysis, actions taken, and lessons learned, collaborating with knowledge management teams to maintain up-to-date incident response playbooks

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including forensics, threat intelligence, IT, and network administrators, clearly communicating technical information and incident-related updates to management and stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

• 3+ years of experience supporting incident response in an enterprise-level Security Operations Center (SOC)

• A deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, incident response methodologies, and a proactive mindset to ensure our SOC operates effectively in a high-pressure environment

• Strong experience with security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and network monitoring tools

• Experience with enterprise ticketing systems like ServiceNow

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to identify errors, pinpoint root causes, and devise solutions with minimal oversight

• Ability to learn and function in multiple capacities and learn quickly

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Certifications

• GIAC Certified Incident Handler

• EC-Council's Certified Incident Handler (E|CIH)

• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

• Incident Handling & Response Professional (IHRP)

• Certified Computer Security Incident Handler (CSIH)

• Certified Incident Handling Engineer (CIHE)

• EC-Council's Certified Ethical Hacker

About PingWind Inc.

PingWind Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with extensive experience in cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management, and other professional services. We offer a range of benefits, including paid federal holidays, robust health and dental insurance options, 401k with matching, paid vacation and sick leave, continuing education assistance, and more.

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