Cyber Defense Incident Responder

Security Effects is seeking a motivated Cyber Defense Incident Responder to join our team. The ideal candidate should havea master's degree in a technical field and 2 to 5 years of related experience or bachelor's degree in a technical field and 5 to 10 years of related experience or Associates degree in a technical field and 10 to 15 years of related experience. A Cyber Defense Incident Responder is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and responding to security incidents within an organization. They monitor networks and systems for suspicious activity, investigate security breaches, and take necessary steps to contain and mitigate threats. Their role involves working closely with security analysts, penetration testers, and IT teams to develop strategies for improving incident detection and response. They also document incidents, prepare reports, and implement solutions to prevent future occurrences. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity protocols, threat intelligence, malware analysis, and forensic investigation is crucial for this role. One of our clients in Tennesee needs a Cyber Defense Incident Responde r for a live position. Position: Cyber Defense Incident Responder Location : Amarillo, TX, Oak Ridge, TN Position Type : Live position Visa Status : US Citizen Job Description : Coordinate and provide expert technical support to enterprise-wide cyber defense technicians to resolve cyber defense incidents. Correlate incident data to identify specific vulnerabilities and make recommendations that enable expeditious remediation Perform analysis of log files from a variety of sources (e.g. individual host logs, network traffic logs, firewall logs, and intrusion detection system [IDS] logs) to identify possible threats to network security. Perform cyber defense incident triage, to include determining scope, urgency, and potential impact, identifying the specific vulnerability, and making recommendations that enable expeditious remediation Perform real-time cyber defense incident handling (e.g., forensic collections, intrusion correlation and tracking, threat analysis, and direct system remediation) tasks to support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs) Receive and analyze network alerts from various sources within the enterprise and determine possible causes of such alerts Track and document cyber defense incidents from initial detection through final resolution Coordinate with intelligence analysts to correlate threat assessments data Perform cyber defense trend analysis and reporting Coordinate incident response functions. Required Expertise and Experience :- PhD in a technical field with limited experience or Master's degree in a technical field and 2 to 5 years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 5 to 10 years of related experience or Associates degree in a technical field and 10 to 15 years of related experience. Requires demonstrated in-depth knowledge and skills in a technical specialty. If you are interested in this position, please send me a copy of your latest resume at sonny.qadimiiquasar.com with the information requested below: Also, please let me know what time/number is best to call to discuss this great opportunity. In case you are not interested in this position, or this is not a right fit for you, please feel free to share this opportunity with your friends/networks or anyone you know who may be interested in this position. Thank you Availability to start a new job. Best Rates Contact Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs. Sonny Qadimi Recruitment Professional iQuasar, LLC Cleared Recruitment|Proposal Development |Technology Office: 703-962-6001, Ext. 650 Direct: 703-463-9302 sonny.qadimiiquasar.com www.iQuasar.com "iQuasar, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."