Senior Associate, IT Security (IUP2)External Title: Security Operations Center AnalystLOCATION: Melbourne, Florida 32919Duration: 12 months (Temp to Hire)Job Description:Client is searching for talented Information Systems Security professionals to join the Security Operations Team as a Security Analyst. This is a Level 2 Information Systems Security (ISS) position that is staffed in the Security Operations Control Center (SOCC).Essential Functions:•Responsible for cybersecurity threat intelligence data collection via open intelligence sources.•Organizes, documents, and collaborates discovered intelligence via information sharing platform.•Research threat actors, malware, attack vectors, and other threat information, collects indicators of compromise, documents and advises management on prevention and remediation strategies.•Continually evaluates accuracy of open source threat intelligence and evolves intelligence collection strategies as sources deteriorate or conflict.•Maintains and updates past intelligence with new information is provided.•Produces well-written reports outlining current industry threats, findings on managed network, and best practices following detected threats.•Collaborates with other teams to locate and remediate threats based on intelligence collected and communicated.•Must be able to work in a fast-paced ever-changing environment.Qualifications:•2+ years related experience with BS/BA (Bachelors) in Information Technology/Computer Information Systems or Cyber/Information Security; or 4-6 years related experience with 2 years post-Secondary/AA-AS degree; or 8+ years related experience with no degree.•Understanding of various Operating Systems.•Understanding of system logs and familiarity with log analysis.•Understanding of cyber-attack vectors (Buffer Overflow, Phishing, etc.)•Ability to obtain and maintain a FAA public trust clearance.Preferred Additional Skills:•Information Security experience.•Security+ Certification or equivalent certification preferred.•Understanding of system vulnerabilities and exploitation.•Understanding of vulnerability mitigation.•Knowledge of SIEM functions threat hunting, correlation of events, and metrics development.•Must have strong written and oral communication skills, be self-motivated and a self-starter, maintain a curiosity and desire to learn, and be able to work well in a team environment.•Ability to prioritize vulnerability mitigation efforts based on risk assessments.Employee Benefits: At LanceSoft, full-time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits:
- Four options of medical Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k Contributions
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Other Employee Perks
EEO EmployerLanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.