Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Job Description:

Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst Summary:

Signature Consultants is seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst for an opportunity in Providence, RI. The SOC Analyst will perform accurate and precise real-time analysis and correlation of logs/alerts from a multitude of client devices with a focus on the determination of whether said events constitute security incidents. He/she will also analyze and assess security incidents and escalate to client resources or appropriate internal teams for additional assistance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all customer situations in a professional manner with emphasis on customer satisfaction
• Handle client requests and questions received via phone, e-mail, or an internal ticketing system in a timely and detail-oriented fashion in order to resolve a multitude of information security related situations
• Interact with, configure, and troubleshoot network intrusion detection devices and other security systems via proprietary and commercial consoles, both local and remote

Requirements:

• Significant theoretical and practical knowledge in the following areas:
• Unix, Linux, Windows, etc. operating systems
• Well-known networking protocols and services (FTP, HTTP, SSH, SMB, LDAP, etc.)
• Exploits, vulnerabilities, network attacks
• Packet analysis tools (tcpdump, Wireshark, ngrep, etc.)
• Regular expressions
• Database structures and queries
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and great organizational skills
• Excellent problem solving skills that would allow for the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues
• Customer-oriented with a strong interest in client satisfaction
• The ability to learn new technology and concepts quickly

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Network Security, Information Security, Information Technology or Mathematics (or equivalent work experience)
• 3+ years of experience as a network intrusion analyst
• Certifications: GCIA, GPEN, GWAPT, GCIH, GSEC, OSCP, OSCE, OSCP, or similar certification preferable

About Signature Consultants, LLC

Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Signature Consultants was established in 1997 with a singular focus: to provide clients and consultants with superior staffing solutions. For the seventh consecutive year, Signature was voted as one of the “Best Staffing Firms to Work For” and is now the 15th largest IT staffing firm in the United States (source: Staffing Industry Analysts). With 25 locations throughout North America, Signature annually deploys thousands of consultants to support, run, and manage their clients’ technology needs. Signature offers IT staffing, consulting, managed solutions, and direct placement services. For more information on the company, please visit www.sigconsult.com.