CSOC Cybersecurity Analyst

Location: Tampa, Florida 

Required Clearance:  TS-SCI 

Certifications: Current DoD 8140.01 Basic Analyst/Incident Handler (i.e. Security +/CYSA+)

Required Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or another related field.  Experience can be used in lieu of education requirement

Required Experience: Five+ (5+) years’ experience plus bachelor’s degree for Journeyman positions.  All experience must be IT related, but preference is to those skills in the field you are applying for.  Experience can be substituted for some/all of the education requirement

Position Description:  

PingWind/Exeter is looking for qualified candidates to be a CSOC Tier 2 Analyst. Qualified applicants must be a team player, willing to work challenging assignments and tasks concerning Cyber Security, Information Assurance and Computer Network Defense policy, procedures and guidance; must be willing to travel, on occasion, throughout the AOR (which includes Afghanistan, Iraq, Bahrain, Qatar, Israel and other Southwest Asia nations). All work is in support of USCENTCOM in Tampa FL.

Primary Responsibilities:

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Interpret, analyze and execute Cyber Security policies, procedures and tactics

• Conduct real-time threat analysis for USCENTCOM Headquarters through multiple situational awareness and management tools 

• Monitor Cyber Security sensor grid situational awareness from Tier 0 to Tier 2 and provide mitigation and improvement recommendations; provide analysis both verbally and in writing for all sensor grid disruptions, outages and/or anomalies; c coordinate, report and direct network responses through orders, policies, procedures and guidance

• Perform Cyber Security information gathering from appropriate tools and databases 

• Track and report performance and capability metrics 

• Be familiar with the interpretation of Cyber Security event categorization through analysis and coordination of incoming data flow from security devices or other means.  Track anomalies or threat indicators, as required

• Track and report Cyber Security threats, events and incidents 

• Review and update Cyber Security tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)      

• Review current intelligence for relevant threats and develop appropriate actions/response 

• Assist with tracking compliance reporting for USCENTCOM orders 

• Provide Cyber Security support to USCENTCOM AOR NETOPS Centers, as required

• Review security threats and determine/implement effective countermeasures, as required 

• Analyze network or system changes/reconfigurations for security impacts

• Coordinate and participate in Cyber Security risk analysis and assessments, as required

Required Qualifications

• TS-SCI 

• Five+ (5+) years’ experience plus bachelor’s degree for Journeyman positions.  All experience must be IT related, but preference is to those skills in the field you are applying for.  Experience can be substituted for some/all of the education requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or another related field.  Experience can be used in lieu of education requirement 

• Current DoD 8140.01 Basic Analyst/Incident Handler (i.e., Security +/CYSA+)

• Must have a solid familiarity with application and network security

• Must be able to provide technical subject matter expertise for a wide range of security technologies including, but not limited to Security Information Event Management (SIEM) Intrusion Protection and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS/IPS), Host Intrusion Detection System (HIDS), malware analysis and protection, content filtering, perimeter access controls, logical access controls, identity and access management, and data loss prevention

• Must understand vulnerabilities, exploits, and practical working knowledge of DoD Cyber Security program

• Be able to read and understand DoD Cyber Security orders, policies and procedures

• Experience briefing senior military and civil service employees

Travel: 10% travel involved in this role and must be willing to travel, on occasion, throughout the AOR (which includes Afghanistan, Iraq, Bahrain, Qatar, Israel and other Southwest Asia nations)

Desired Qualifications

• Prior CENTCOM experience a plus

• Experience with Host Based Security System (HBSS), Firewall and ARCSIGHT software

• Experience with Cyber Security in a Joint and Coalition Partner environment

• Military Experience (Active Duty or Reserves) 

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL.

www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

Paid Federal Holidays

Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education assistance

Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.