Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Security Analyst I/II

Overview

Montech Inc. has an immediate opening for an energetic and dynamic Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Security Analyst I/II, known as an Active Response Center (ARC) Analyst at EROS, supporting the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation & Science (EROS) Center (http://eros.usgs.gov/) near Sioux Falls, SD.

This position is part of the Center-wide Information Technology Team (CITT). You will work as part of a 24x7 ARC team responsible for monitoring networks for security issues using SIEM/log analysis tools, performing vulnerability scanning, threat intelligence, and responding to security incidents.

The goal of this role is to ensure EROS Center’s information and systems remain secure and protected, following the principles of availability, integrity, and confidentiality.

Place of Performance

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Security Analyst I/II shall perform services at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center near Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Hours of Operation

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Security Analyst I/II shall perform duties Monday through Friday, except U.S. Federal Holidays. Hours to be determined.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Security Analyst I/II shall perform the following responsibilities:

• Monitor networks for malicious activity using SIEM tools; investigate alerts and document activity in ticketing systems.
• Triage issues escalated to the information security team and ensure appropriate follow-up actions.
• Develop and maintain ARC documentation and processes.
• Monitor open-source intelligence for potential threats and take defensive actions.
• Run vulnerability scans, interpret results, and follow up with support teams.
• Collaborate with developers and analysts to advance automated tools and security processes.

Qualifications

The Active Response Center (ARC) Analyst shall meet the following qualifications:

• Working toward a degree in an IT-related field (experience may substitute at manager’s discretion).

• Minimum of 1 year of directly related technical/professional experience.

• Strong understanding of information security principles and best practices.

• Good infrastructure and technology experience, including security operations.

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

• Ability to prioritize workloads and seek guidance when needed.

• Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Desired Skills

• Experience with ticketing/triage systems.

• Familiarity with SIEM tools and vulnerability scanning.

• Knowledge of open-source threat intelligence.

• Technical ability in Windows/Unix/Linux environments, Active Directory, networking systems.

• Experience with Amazon cloud hosting platforms, VMware virtualization, and malware analysis.

Security

Employment is contingent upon the ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and a federal security investigation (background check) in order to obtain a U.S. Department of the Interior Public Trust clearance prior to start date. The background investigation reviews employment, criminal, financial, and personal history to ensure there are no outstanding violations. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen to work in support of a federal agency.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Montech Inc. is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

This job description is not all inclusive of the tasks that may be assigned to the Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Security Analyst I/II