Associate Cybersecurity Analyst (Tier-1 SOC)

At phia we hire talented and passionate people who are focused on collaborative, meaningful work, providing technical and operational subject matter expertise and support services to our partners and clients.phia is looking or an Associate Cybersecurity Analyst (Tier-1 SOC) to support cyber defense operations at a large Federal agency. This position is focused on cybersecurity monitoring & analysis as part of a comprehensive Security Operations Center (SOC).  While this job is dependent upon contract award we'd like to talk with you soon! Join us at the forefront of cybersecurity excellence, and seize the opportunity for professional growth. This opportunity offers hybrid flexibility within the DMV (DC/MD/VA) Metro area.

What You'll Do

• Monitor and conduct analysis around security alerts from a variety of network, endpoint and cloud-based sensors and sources (e.g. signature based IDS/IPS, EDR, network infrastructure, identity and access control logs, etc.).
• Collaborate on investigations and mitigation of security threats.
• Ensure accurate documentation of analysis findings.
• Assist in resolving security incidents and contribute to incident reports.
• Regularly communicate with the team through meetings, workflow tracking, and incident management systems.
• Collaborate with sub-component organizations and external entities.
• Prepare Incident Reports, After-Action Reports, and SOC Analysis reports.
• Support the operation and tuning of monitoring and analysis capabilities (e.g. detection signatures, correlation rules, automation playbooks, etc.)
• Support the assessment, testing, and deployment of new monitoring and analysis capabilities (e.g. sensors, cross-capability and external integrations, etc.).

Education + Requirements

• 5 years of related professional experience, or
• Bachelor's degree + 1 year of related experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to express technical concepts and operational details in relevant ways to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources, follow defined processes, and adapt to dynamic operational needs.

Security Clearance

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to achieve Public Trust or higher

Desired-

• Experience in Security Operations Centers and working with SOC data feeds, analytical systems, sensor platforms, SIEM technology, and reporting processes
• Experience supporting a remote work environment
• Familiarity with malware analysis and digital forensics
• Familiarity with incident response products and best practices
• Customer service experience

Desired Certifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• Certified SOC Analyst (CSA)
• CompTIA Security+
• EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)
• Certified SOC Manager (CSM)
• Splunk Core Certified User (Splunk Core CU) / Certified Power User (Splunk CPU)

#LI-LC1Who You Are·         A proactive problem solver that appreciates the challenges of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.·         Intellectually curious with a genuine desire to learn and advance your career.·         An effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.·         Customer service oriented and mission focused.·         Critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skillsIf your experience and qualifications aren’t a match for this position, you will remain in our database for consideration for future opportunities that may be a better fit.Who We Arephia, LLC is a Northern Virginia-based, 8a certified small business established in 2011 with a focus in Cyber Intelligence, Cyber Security/Defense, Intrusion Analysis & Incident Response, Cyber Architecture & Capability Analysis, Cyber Policy & Strategy, and Information Assurance/Security. we proudly support various agencies and offices within the Department of Defense (DoD), Federal government, and private/commercial entities.·         phia values work-life balance and offers the following benefits to full-time employees:·         Comprehensive medical insurance to include dental and vision·         Short Term & Long-Term Disability·         401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match·         Tuition and Professional Development Assistance·         Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)phia does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.