
Security Analyst
Defense Unicorns
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $93,500 - $126,500 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- 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.
Requirements
- 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)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
cybersecurity engineeringcomplianceincident responsesecurity auditsrisk managementsecurity procedures documentationtroubleshootingsecurity controlscorrelation rulesvulnerability assessment
Soft skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationadaptabilityattention to detailcritical thinkingteamworkremote work proficiency
Certifications
DoD 8570 IAT II CertificationCISSPCCSPEC-CSAGIAC Certified Detection Analyst