Cyber Security Analyst I

Summary Statement: Under general supervision, Cyber Security Analyst I investigates computer and information security incidents to determine and resolve potential breaches and vulnerabilities; uses and maintains information security tools necessary to ensure the secure operation of IDA’s information system infrastructure; and supports all aspects of incident response as directed by senior analysts.

Primary Responsibilities:    

1.      Executes Information Security Monitoring

·         Monitors and analyzes information security alerts from network devices and endpoints

·         Responds to and directs the response to information security incidents

·         Analyzes indicators of compromise for use in detection

2.      Monitors the cyber security infrastructure

·         Verifies systems are operating as expected

·         Identifies any issues and applies mitigations as appropriate 

·         Alerts senior analysts to complex issues

3.      Supports Media Forensics and Malware Analysis

·         Analyzes files and systems with provided tools

·         Identifies potential malware and vulnerabilities of analyzed files

·         Applies mitigations or remediations to systems with identified malware or vulnerabilities

4.      Supports Incident Response

·         Hunts for possible compromises

·         Creates scripts to automate repetitive tasks

·         Analyzes systems for possible compromise

·         Works with senior analysts to mitigate or remediate any compromise

·         Documents all findings

5.      Performs other duties as assigned.

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