Valid8 Financial, Inc.
SOC Analyst I
Valid8 Financial, Inc., Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
For more than 40 years, Calian has been solving the world’s most complex problems by pairing the brightest minds with powerful technology. Calian solutions impact the world; from the satellites in space that connect us to the farms that feed us, from the medical professionals who care for us to the governments, schools, and companies that make the world better every day.Position OverviewWe are seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst. The SOC Analyst will play a pivotal role in handling cybersecurity alerts & incidents originating from Calian customers nationwide. As a part of the cybersecurity incident response team, they will serve as the first line of defense, responsible for detecting and investigating cybersecurity threats. This role provides an opportunity to work with advanced network and endpoint detection, SIEM and incident response (IR) tools in support of a comprehensive cybersecurity program. We are looking for someone with an interest in analyzing, identifying, and eliminating customer security alerts and events and is driven by the challenging demands of cybersecurity.Note:
This is a HYBRID position that is 4 days/week in office and 1 day/week remote. Shift hours are 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. Shift is either Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday.ResponsibilitiesPerform real-time proactive security monitoring, detection, and response to cybersecurity events.Provide incident response – triage, incident analysis, remediation, and recovery.Conduct thorough investigation of security events generated by our detection mechanisms such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and customer escalations.Respond to security related alerts and escalations in a timely manner.Recognize successful potential intrusions and compromises through review and analysis of relevant event detail information.Launch and track investigations to resolution.Differentiates false positives from true intrusion attempts.Effectively communicate the findings of investigations of intrusions or compromises to concerned stakeholders.Demonstrate problem solving skills that contribute towards the resolution of issues that arise.Maintain situational awareness of latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.Participate in the computer security incident response team.Provide on-call support for after-hours security related events.Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.Employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or Information Systems or equivalent work experience.SANS GIAC, EC-Council, CompTIA, or equivalent certifications preferred.Experience with various security tools and ability to identify their specific functions (i.e., SIEM, IDS, AV, etc.).Familiarity with penetration testing methodologies, tools, and tactics.Knowledge of vulnerability management functions and how they relate to a risk-based security model.Experience using Windows and *nix operating systems, specifically reviewing event and audit logs of various systems.Understanding of network architecture including the TCP/IP stack and the capture and analysis of network traffic.Programming or scripting experience preferred.Understanding of syslog functionality.Must be a team player with excellent communication skills at the business and technical level.Relentless focus in delighting customers, treating colleagues regardless of position with utmost respect.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Experience working in a customer service-oriented role.Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.EEO StatementCalian Corp. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Title:
SOC AnalystDate:
August 19, 2024Location:
Houston, TXRemote:
HybridBusiness Unit:
IT & Cyber SolutionsDepartment:
Information Systems & Information TechnologyJob Type:
Full-timeApply for this job
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This is a HYBRID position that is 4 days/week in office and 1 day/week remote. Shift hours are 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. Shift is either Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday.ResponsibilitiesPerform real-time proactive security monitoring, detection, and response to cybersecurity events.Provide incident response – triage, incident analysis, remediation, and recovery.Conduct thorough investigation of security events generated by our detection mechanisms such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and customer escalations.Respond to security related alerts and escalations in a timely manner.Recognize successful potential intrusions and compromises through review and analysis of relevant event detail information.Launch and track investigations to resolution.Differentiates false positives from true intrusion attempts.Effectively communicate the findings of investigations of intrusions or compromises to concerned stakeholders.Demonstrate problem solving skills that contribute towards the resolution of issues that arise.Maintain situational awareness of latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.Participate in the computer security incident response team.Provide on-call support for after-hours security related events.Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.Employee must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or Information Systems or equivalent work experience.SANS GIAC, EC-Council, CompTIA, or equivalent certifications preferred.Experience with various security tools and ability to identify their specific functions (i.e., SIEM, IDS, AV, etc.).Familiarity with penetration testing methodologies, tools, and tactics.Knowledge of vulnerability management functions and how they relate to a risk-based security model.Experience using Windows and *nix operating systems, specifically reviewing event and audit logs of various systems.Understanding of network architecture including the TCP/IP stack and the capture and analysis of network traffic.Programming or scripting experience preferred.Understanding of syslog functionality.Must be a team player with excellent communication skills at the business and technical level.Relentless focus in delighting customers, treating colleagues regardless of position with utmost respect.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Experience working in a customer service-oriented role.Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.EEO StatementCalian Corp. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Title:
SOC AnalystDate:
August 19, 2024Location:
Houston, TXRemote:
HybridBusiness Unit:
IT & Cyber SolutionsDepartment:
Information Systems & Information TechnologyJob Type:
Full-timeApply for this job
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