Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. DirectDefense is seeking an Associate Security Analyst to join its Security Operations team. The role focuses on actively hunting for evidence of compromise, analyzing security data, investigating incidents, developing SIEM detections, and providing actionable remediation guidance to clients.
Responsibilities
- Analyze user behavior, logs, and alerts from a variety of different technologies (NGAV / EDR, Firewall, IDS / IPS, Web Proxy, etc.) for clients from a variety of industries
- Monitor, triage, and investigate SIEM alarms and client support requests
- Assist with developing and tuning new SIEM detection capabilities
- Contribute to and participate in documenting Incident Response activities
- Conduct reporting on security threats, metrics, and defense effectiveness and deliver to a variety of client audiences
- Participate in projects that guide and develop our managed security operations
Skills
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity, risk management, security operations, network operations, or equivalent knowledge
- Experience with Detection and Response technologies for threat detection and incident response
- A desire to use investigative techniques to solve complex problems
- A self-starter with a passion for learning and growing professionally
- You want to be a part of a strong team that strives for excellence
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- Good communication skills with the ability to discuss complex topics with both technical and non-technical audiences
Benefits
- 401(k)
- AD&D Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flex PTO program
- Paid certification and continuing education
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