SkyePoint Decisions
Monitoring Signature Analyst
SkyePoint Decisions, Beltsville, Maryland, United States, 20705
Monitoring Signature Analyst
Job Location
US-MD-Beltsville
ID
2024-2867
Job Type
Contingent Upon Prime/Customer Acceptance
Category
Cyber and Information Security
Overview
SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively - anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.
As a SkyePoint employee you will be given the opportunity to support some of our nation's most critical information systems by utilizing not only your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, but those that you will learn in your new role. In your new role as a cyber security professional, you will protect our customer's most sensitive data and complex systems from all forms of threats including cyber-attacks, insider threats, rogue network devices, and malicious software and applications. You will work with a team of like-minded professionals to share and collaborate upon your ideas to improve the cybersecurity infrastructure, architecture, and configuration deployments. Your ideas and contributions will matter. This is a contingent position based upon customer approval. Responsibilities
Skyepoint Decisions is seeking a Monitoring Signature Analyst to support the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes.
The customer requirement requires every employee to be onsite for the first 90 days. After the 90 day period, a hybrid schedule may be offered. This position will support Monday - Friday / 8:00am to 5:00pm. In this role, you will: Implement cyber monitoring capabilities within our SIEM and detection tools.
Develop and enhance threat dashboards and advanced analysis capabilities. Provide tuning of threat detection tools. Onboard and integrate cyber monitoring tools from the analyst's perspective. Coordinate with engineers to assist in building and maintaining platforms. Coordinate with cyber threat experts to implement the latest signatures. Maintain Splunk dashboards and reports. Write Zeek (Bro), Suricata and Snort signatures. Use Python and JavaScript to enhance integration of our tools. Develop cloud threat detection capabilities on leading platforms like Microsoft Azure/MDE. Use Machine Learning and User and Entity Behavior Analytics to enhance threat detection. Ensure monitoring systems meet relevant standards and regulatory requirements. Create and maintain systems that detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats in real-time. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience; or a Masters degree. An additional 4 years of experience can be substituted in lieu of the degree requirement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must possess one of the following certifications:
CCNA-Security CND CySA+ GICSP GSEC Security+ CE SSCP
US Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain an interim Secret clearance before start date.
Must be able to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of Cloud Development with Microsoft Azure/MDE Familiarity with monitoring Cross Domain Solutions Familiarity with Splunk and Databricks Experience with Machine Learning and User and Entity Behavior Analytics Experience with SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response) platform integration. What We Can Offer You: At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day. Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs. SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program
Flexible Work Environment Compensation: Salary Range: $70,000-$83,000 The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package. Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations. In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched. SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. Please be aware of recruiting scams and people claiming to be from SkyePoint Decisions. For more information, please see the Welcome Page of our Careers site. Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
Job Location
US-MD-Beltsville
ID
2024-2867
Job Type
Contingent Upon Prime/Customer Acceptance
Category
Cyber and Information Security
Overview
SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively - anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.
As a SkyePoint employee you will be given the opportunity to support some of our nation's most critical information systems by utilizing not only your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, but those that you will learn in your new role. In your new role as a cyber security professional, you will protect our customer's most sensitive data and complex systems from all forms of threats including cyber-attacks, insider threats, rogue network devices, and malicious software and applications. You will work with a team of like-minded professionals to share and collaborate upon your ideas to improve the cybersecurity infrastructure, architecture, and configuration deployments. Your ideas and contributions will matter. This is a contingent position based upon customer approval. Responsibilities
Skyepoint Decisions is seeking a Monitoring Signature Analyst to support the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective, and secure business processes.
The customer requirement requires every employee to be onsite for the first 90 days. After the 90 day period, a hybrid schedule may be offered. This position will support Monday - Friday / 8:00am to 5:00pm. In this role, you will: Implement cyber monitoring capabilities within our SIEM and detection tools.
Develop and enhance threat dashboards and advanced analysis capabilities. Provide tuning of threat detection tools. Onboard and integrate cyber monitoring tools from the analyst's perspective. Coordinate with engineers to assist in building and maintaining platforms. Coordinate with cyber threat experts to implement the latest signatures. Maintain Splunk dashboards and reports. Write Zeek (Bro), Suricata and Snort signatures. Use Python and JavaScript to enhance integration of our tools. Develop cloud threat detection capabilities on leading platforms like Microsoft Azure/MDE. Use Machine Learning and User and Entity Behavior Analytics to enhance threat detection. Ensure monitoring systems meet relevant standards and regulatory requirements. Create and maintain systems that detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats in real-time. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience; or a Masters degree. An additional 4 years of experience can be substituted in lieu of the degree requirement. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must possess one of the following certifications:
CCNA-Security CND CySA+ GICSP GSEC Security+ CE SSCP
US Citizenship is required. Ability to obtain an interim Secret clearance before start date.
Must be able to obtain a final Top Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of Cloud Development with Microsoft Azure/MDE Familiarity with monitoring Cross Domain Solutions Familiarity with Splunk and Databricks Experience with Machine Learning and User and Entity Behavior Analytics Experience with SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response) platform integration. What We Can Offer You: At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day. Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs. SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program
Flexible Work Environment Compensation: Salary Range: $70,000-$83,000 The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package. Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations. In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched. SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. Please be aware of recruiting scams and people claiming to be from SkyePoint Decisions. For more information, please see the Welcome Page of our Careers site. Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.