Incident Response Analyst

In-depth knowledge of each phase of the Incident Response life cycle
Expertise of Operating Systems (Windows/Linux) operations and artifacts
Understanding of Enterprise Network Architectures to include routing/switching, common protocols (DHCP, DNS, HTTP, etc), and devices (Firewalls, Proxies, Load Balancers, VPN, etc)
Ability to recognize suspicious activity/events, common attacker TTPs, and perform logical analysis and research to determine root cause and scope of Incidents
Be familiar with Cyber Kill Chain and have utilized the ATT&CK Framework
Have scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, and/or Bash
Ability to independently prioritize and complete multiple tasks with little to no supervision
Flexible and adaptable self-starter with strong relationship-building skills
Strong problem-solving abilities with an analytic and qualitative eye for reasoning
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with all levels of audiences (subordinates, peers & leadership)
Experience in the areas of incident detection and response, malware analysis, or computer forensics
Bachelors’ degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or related field and 8-12 years of related experience
Should have at least one of the following certifications: SANS GIAC: GCIH, GCIA, GCFA, GPEN GCFE, GREM, CISSP OSCP, OSCE, OSWP

Coordinate investigation and response efforts throughout the Incident Response lifecycle
Correlate and analyze events and data to determine scope of Cyber Incidents
Acquire and analyze endpoint and network artifacts, volatile memory, malicious files/binaries and scripts
Recognize attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures as potential indicators of compromise (IOCs) that can be used to improve monitoring, analysis and Incident Response
Develop, document, and maintain Incident Response process, procedures, workflows, and playbooks
Tune and maintain security tools (EDR, IDS, SIEM, etc) to reduce false positives and improve SOC detection capabilities
Document Investigation and Incident Response actions taken in Case Management Systems and prepare formal Incident Reports
Create metrics and determine Key Performance Indicators to drive maturity of SOC operations
Develop security content such as scripts, signatures, and alerts