Cybersecurity Analyst

DP Professionals

  • Tampa, FL
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Securityunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Cryptographyunmatched
    • Data Entryunmatched
    • Data Managementunmatched
    • Data Visualizationunmatched
    • DoD Directive 8140unmatched
    • DoD Directive 8570unmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Endpoint Securityunmatched
    • Enterprise Protectionunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Firewallsunmatched
    • Forwarderunmatched
    • High Availabilityunmatched
    • IAT - Information Assurance Technicalunmatched
    • Incident Managementunmatched
    • Industry/Trade Analysisunmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Linux Operating Systemunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Microsoft Windows Operating Systemunmatched
    • Network Access Control (NAC)unmatched
    • Network Routersunmatched
    • Network Securityunmatched
    • Network Switchingunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Operations Processesunmatched
    • Operations Security (OPSEC)unmatched
    • Performance Metricsunmatched
    • Query Optimizationunmatched
    • Reporting Dashboardsunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Security Analysisunmatched
    • Security Attacksunmatched
    • Security Auditingunmatched
    • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)unmatched
    • Security Monitoringunmatched
    • Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)unmatched
    • Splunkunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Top Secret Clearanceunmatched
    • United States Citizenunmatched
    • United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched
    • Use Casesunmatched

    Description

    DPP is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst for our client in the Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing industry.
     
    Work location: Onsite in Tampa, FL
    Work schedule: Panama schedule (2-2-3 schedule)
    Duration: 3 months
    Terms: W2 Contract
    Work authorization: US Citizen; Must have active DoD TS/CSI Clearance

    Duties and responsibilities:
    • Utilize your experience with a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tool. Splunk is preferred, but experience with an equivalent SIEM would be acceptable.
    • Develop and Implement Splunk Queries: Create and optimize complex Splunk queries to extract, analyze, and visualize security data from diverse sources. Utilize Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) to generate actionable insights for proactive threat detection and response.
    • Design Splunk Dashboards and Reports: Design user-friendly Splunk dashboards and reports tailored to different stakeholders, such as security operations teams, management, and auditors. Provide real-time visibility into security events, trends, and key performance indicators.
    • Configure and Maintain Splunk Infrastructure: Configure and fine-tune Splunk deployments, including data inputs, data parsing, field extractions, and data enrichment pipelines. Ensure the continuous availability and optimal performance of Splunk indexes, search heads, and forwarders.
    • Utilize Splunk Enterprise Security: Leverage Splunk Enterprise Security to develop and implement security use cases, correlation searches, and notable events for threat detection and analysis. Monitor security-related alerts and incidents to identify and prioritize security threats.
    • Utilize Trellix/Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), formally Host Based Security System (HBSS) to detect and counter known threats.
    • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, network, and application teams, to integrate Splunk with various platforms and systems. Provide technical expertise in advising security on best practices and designing effective security controls.
    • Investigate Security Incidents: Conduct in-depth investigations into security incidents, anomalies, and breaches using Splunk's forensic capabilities. Perform root cause analysis, incident triage, and post-incident reviews to identify gaps in security controls and recommend remediation actions.
    • Documentation and Reporting: Document Splunk configuration, operational procedures, and security findings. Prepare comprehensive reports detailing security events, trends, and mitigation strategies. Communicate technical information effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
    • Stay current with Industry Trends: Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices. Continuously enhance your knowledge of Splunk features and capabilities through self-study, professional training, and certifications.
    • Must have a solid understanding of security information and event management (SIEM) concepts and best practices to include proficiency in troubleshooting Splunk configurations and performance issues.
    • Must have the ability to collaborate with other teams to investigate security incidents and provide insights for improving security posture. 
    Basic Qualifications for Cybersecurity Analyst:
    • Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience
    • U.S. Citizenship required
    • A current/active DoD TS/SCI clearance
    • Must possess DoD 8570 Certification for IAT Level II or higher prior to start date.
    • Experience with a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tool.
    • Ability to collaborate with other teams to investigate security incidents and provide insights for improving security posture.
    • Working knowledge of network security controls such as routers, switches, firewalls and network access controls.
    • Working knowledge of Linux and Windows Operating Systems.
    • Knowledge of vulnerabilities, threat detection, encryption, and security audits.
    • Must be willing to work a Panama schedule that includes working 12-hour shifts. 
    Work authorization - US Citizen. Must possess/hold a current/active DoD TS/SCI clearance. 

    Interested? Learn more:
    Click the apply button or contact Harrison at Harrison.Donahue@dppit.com to learn more about this position (#26-00742).
     DP Professionals (DPP) offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. DPP is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry. EOE/AA/V/D

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    LocationTampa, FL

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