Cybersecurity Ops Analyst

SAIC

Senior cybersecurity analyst protecting Orange County systems for SAIC through SOC monitoring, SIEM alert investigation, incident response, and vulnerability management.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeSanta Ana • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security event monitoring, incident response, and vulnerability management while effectively mentoring junior analysts. Proficient in implementing security controls and developing cyber threat intelligence aligned with organizational strategies.

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Incident Response ExperienceVulnerability Management ExperienceKnowledge of SIEM TechnologiesKnowledge of Programming LanguagesPreferred Certifications: CySA+, SecurityX+, GIAC Security Essentials

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Hard Skills

Security Event MonitoringIncident ResponseVulnerability ManagementSecurity Control ImplementationCyber Threat Intelligence DevelopmentAutomation Task ImplementationSecurity Requirements AnalysisSecurity Alerts AnalysisRisk AssessmentSecurity Awareness Programs

Soft Skills

MentoringGuidanceCommunication

Tools & Technologies

SIEM ToolsIDS/IPSFirewallsAnti-Virus TechnologiesCOTS/GOTS Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CySA+SecurityX+GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)

Industry Keywords

NIST ComplianceSOC Standard Operating ProceduresCyber Metrics DevelopmentSecurity Incident ReportingNetwork Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsJavaScriptPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactively monitor security events for networks and systems
Mentor and guide T1 SOC Analysts
Identify, investigate, and report on potential Security Incidents
Support risk and vulnerability assessment at the network, system, and application level
Support cyber metrics development, maintenance, and reporting
Support cyber threat intelligence development and reporting
Support routine identification, development, and implementation of automation tasks
Develop, recommend, and implement security controls and formulate operational risk mitigations
Assist in security awareness programs
Research, evaluate, and recommend new security tools, techniques, and technologies
Introduce security tools and technologies to the enterprise in alignment with IT security strategy
Use COTS/GOTS and custom tools and processes to scan, identify, contain, mitigate, and remediate vulnerabilities and intrusions
Assist in implementing required government policy, including NIST, and recommend process tailoring
Analyze established security requirements and recommend additional requirements and safeguards
Review system audits and monitor corrective actions until closure
Provide briefings to senior staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2 years of related experience required
Additional experience can be substituted in lieu of education
Preferred certifications: CySA+, SecurityX+, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or similar industry-related certifications
Must pass the LiveScan background check, CSS Department review, and Probation Department review
Must pass a drug screen
Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C++, and JavaScript
Knowledge of SIEM technologies
Knowledge of IDS/IPS, firewalls, and anti-virus/anti-malware technologies
Incident response experience
Vulnerability management experience
Demonstrated experience analyzing security alerts via Sentinel SIEM; experience with other SIEM tools acceptable
Demonstrated response, exposure to, and partial or full ownership of security incidents
Demonstrated knowledge of the full incident response cycle: Identification, Protection, Detection, Response, Recovery
Adherence to SOC standard operating procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work model with some days onsite and some days remote
Work on a 7/24/365 operations center schedule, including some holidays
Reasonable notice prior to shift changes