Title SOC Tier 3 Technician Location Greenbelt, MD Role Description The Security Operations Center Analyst will possess in-depth knowledge on network, endpoint, threat intelligence, forensics and malware reverse engineering, as well as the functioning of specific applications or underlying IT infrastructure acts as an incident "hunter, not waiting for escalated incidents closely involved in developing, tuning and implementing threat detection analytics. Required Skills Preferred Certifications Certifications could include SANS SEC503 Intrusion Detection In-Depth SANS SEC504 Hacker Tools, Techniques, Exploits and Incident Handling SANS SEC561 Intense Hands-on Pen Testing Skill Development SANS FOR610 Reverse-Engineering Malware Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques. CCNA Cyber Ops Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE) Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT) Certified Reverse Engineering Analyst (CREA) Certified Computer Forensics Examiner (CCFE) Training on anomaly detection tool-specific training for data aggregation and analysis and threat intelligence Splunk Certified User or Power User Splunk Certified Admin DoD certs Advanced training on anomaly detection tool-specific training for data aggregation and analysis and threat intelligence Responsibilities Assist with the development of incident response plans, workflows, and SOPs Deploy and maintain security sensors and tools Monitor security sensors and review logs to identify intrusions Using a high-level scriptingprogramming language to extract, de-obfuscate, or otherwise manipulate malware related data Think critically and creatively while analyzing security events, network traffic, and logs to engineer new detection methods Work directly with cyber threat intelligence analysts to convert intelligence into useful detection Collaborate with incident response team to rapidly build detection rules as needed Identify incident root cause and take proactive mitigation steps Perform lessons learned activities Mentor junior analysts and run brown bag training sessions Review vulnerabilities and track resolution Review and process threat Client reports Develop and implement detection use cases Develop and implement IDS signatures Assist with incident response efforts Create and brief customer reports Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours security andor engineering issues Perform customer security assessments Develop and run table top exercises Job Requirements Fuse locally derived and externally sourced cyber threat intelligence into signatures, detection techniques, and analytics intended to detect and track the advanced threat Strong understanding of root causes of malware infections and proactive mitigation Strong understanding of lateral movement and footholds Strong understanding of data exfiltration techniques. Demonstrated ability in critical thinking, problem solving, and analytics Enjoy analyzing patterns looking for outliers Enjoy creating ways to find needles in haystacks Have real world experience analyzing complex attacks and understand TTPs of threat actors Define relationships between seemingly unrelated events through deductive reasoning Experience in networkhost based intrusion analysis, malware analysis, forensics, and cyber threat Client Knowledge of advanced threat actors and complex attacks Possess excellent writing skills and the ability to communicate to technical and executive level staff Quick study with new tools Knowledge of Splunk RequiredDesired Skills Expert knowledge of network routing and switching fundamentals to include knowledge of Multiprotocol Layer Switching (MPLS) Deep technical understanding of operating systems, network architecture and design, Active Directory (AD) application log consumables, systems design as well as superior knowledge of technical operations process and procedures Knowledge of encryption, key management and cryptology Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (NIST 800-37), Security Controls as described in NIST 800-35, and the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) operating standards and applicable guidelines Experience with performing threat modelling, risk analysis, root cause analysis, risk identification, and risk mitigation Experience planning and implementing secure networking practices such as application segmentation, network segmentation, NAC and other access control testingvalidation, updating access control SOPs Ability to configure and develop an enterprise SIEM solution including signature tuning, development of correlation rules, reports, and alarms Familiarity with a variety of web application protocols, web services (components including JavaScript, XML, JSON), scripting capabilities (Power shell, Python) software development frameworks, operating systems, and networking technologies. Understanding of various web application frameworks such as ASP.NET, J2EE Organizational Skills Proven ability to plan and prioritize work, both their own and that of project team. Follows tasks to their logical conclusion. Understanding of project management principles and techniques (project plans, critical path, etc.), ability to develop security project plans and work with development teams to integrate those into development schedules - in both waterfall and agile environments. o Team Work Excels both autonomously and as part of a team. Prepared to challenge ideas within a group in a constructive way. Ability to influence others and move a team toward a common vision or goal. o Leadership Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges. Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization. o Communications Ability to interact with senior managers, junior staff, and business unit (non-technical) customers clearly and efficiently, both verbally and in writing. Able to present ideas in a variety of ways depending upon audience and context. Excellent active listening skills. o Problem Solving Natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics. Ability to analyze problems and determine root cause, generating alternatives, evaluating and selecting alternatives and implementing solutions. o Results oriented Able to drive things forward regardless of personal interest in the task