Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist

2 weeks ago

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States SkyePoint Decisions Full time
Position Overview

SkyePoint Decisions stands as a premier provider in Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure Operations, and IT Applications Development and Maintenance. Our headquarters is located in Dulles, Virginia, with a broad operational footprint across the United States. We are dedicated to delivering innovative, enterprise-wide solutions and specialized services that address the intricate challenges encountered by our federal government clientele. Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve their objectives with utmost efficiency and security, regardless of time or location.

As a member of SkyePoint, you will have the opportunity to safeguard some of the nation’s most vital information systems. You will leverage your existing cybersecurity expertise while acquiring new skills in your role. As a cybersecurity professional, your responsibilities will include protecting sensitive data and complex systems from various threats, including cyber-attacks, insider threats, and malicious software. Collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals, you will share insights and ideas to enhance our cybersecurity infrastructure and practices. Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

This position is contingent upon customer approval.

Key Responsibilities

We are seeking a driven individual to take on the role of an Incident Response Analyst. This position is vital in defending the organization’s information systems and networks against cyber threats. Your primary duties will involve monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents.

This role is remote and requires working hours from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM ET.

  • Execute security incident response tasks for a federal agency incident response center.
  • Guide junior analysts in standardized incident management protocols.
  • Assist in the triage, investigation, and resolution of incident tickets, utilizing various tools to assess the validity, cause, and impact of reported security incidents.
  • Provide expertise in tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends related to computer and network vulnerabilities and threats.
  • Contribute to the development of playbooks and standard operating procedures.
  • Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours alerts and incidents.
  • Investigate significant events using Splunk and Microsoft 365 Defender.
  • Engage in incident response tabletop exercises.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • BS or equivalent with 5 years of relevant experience, or MS with 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Possession of CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst+ or equivalent certifications.
  • Hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise Security, including search functionalities and log source reviews.
  • Recent practical experience with incident response life cycles, including analysis, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident activities.
  • A self-motivated individual with a strong desire to learn and assist team members as needed.
  • Technical proficiency, quick learning ability, attention to detail, independence, resourcefulness, and an analytical mindset are essential.
  • Ability to pass a Public Trust suitability determination investigation; preference for candidates with a current or recent security clearance or Public Trust investigation.
  • Proximity to Raleigh, NC is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Microsoft Security Defender Advanced Threat Protection, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Azure AD, and Microsoft Cloud App Security.
  • Familiarity with open-source tools for investigating malware incidents.
  • Experience with ServiceNow service management/ticketing systems is a plus.
  • Prior incident response experience supporting a federal government agency is desirable.
  • Certifications such as Microsoft, Splunk, GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH), or EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are highly valued.
  • Experience in creating Splunk content, dashboards, reports, and tuning existing alerts is preferred.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python is advantageous.
  • Experience with Network Packet Capture (PCAP), report writing, remote forensics, Splunk UBA, and Splunk SOAR is beneficial.

What We Offer:

  • At SkyePoint, we embrace a culture of gratitude, recognizing the importance of giving back to our employees, families, and communities.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Including various insurance options, dental plans, disability coverage, life insurance, and a matched 401k plan.
  • Certificate Incentive Program: We encourage professional development and reward employees for obtaining new certifications aligned with business needs.
  • Flexible Work Environment.

Compensation:

Salary Range: TBD

The salary range for this position serves as a general guideline and reflects an estimated range based on various factors, including location, work schedule, and the candidate's education, skills, and experience.

In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits that include a certification incentive program, paid time off, and various insurance options.

SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business, recognized for excellence and a collaborative team culture. We are committed to investing in our people and systems to create value for our clients.

SkyePoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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