Sr Cybersecurity Analyst II (Remote)

Job Description:

Job Description:

• The Tier 2 Information Security Analyst is responsible for the first line of security incident response in the client SIEM environment. The core responsibilities include the monitoring of client SIEM alerts in real-time, researching threat information, and escalating legitimate security incidents to the client. This position is also a technical escalation resource for the Tier I Information Security Analysts.
• Tier 2 analysts provide a further in-depth analysis and focus on incident support and alert handling from Tier 1. They coordinate security monitoring findings with the Threat Intelligence team, vendor partners, and with specific points of contact to obtain a wider analysis of event data and its impact on designated environments.
• Tier 2 analysts will utilize various meeting systems and telephone bridges to provide updates on attacks and advise clients on technical countermeasures. Tier 2 analysts will also perform a Root Cause Analysis of an attack. The investigation may continue for an extended period time beyond the resolution of an incident to gather additional information, and coordinate with constituents to determine the event’s extent and severity.
• Tier 2 monitoring functions:
  • Triage: In support of Tier 1 staff OR independently - review, assess and act. May be direct or part of an automated action.
  • Threshold Monitoring: Actively monitor indicators that are approaching security, service and/or compliance Thresholds. Also included recommendation on the ongoing establishment and adjustment of said thresholds.
  • Playbooks/Threat Analysis: Execute analysis process as required. Assist in the general maintenance and improvement of the process and/or playbooks.
  • Active Investigation/Cause Analysis (Who, What, When, Where, How): initiation and follow-through to ensure quality forensic materials are captured. Participate in Root Cause Analysis if required.
  • Escalation: Maintain the escalation chain integrity and service levels.

Requirements/Experience:

Tier 2 – Cyber Threat Analyst II

• 2 – 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and work experience: undergraduate degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• 1 – 2 years of Information Technology experience with network technologies, specifically TCP/IP, and related network tools.
• Understanding of source code, hex, binary, regular expression, etc.
• Experience assisting the development and maintenance of tools, procedures, and documentation.
• Strong deductive reasoning, critical thinking, problem solving, and prioritization skills.
• Experience with reviewing raw log files, data correlation, and analysis (i.e. firewall, network flow, IDS, system logs).
• Experience using SIEM tools, ticketing systems, and performing cyber threat analysis.

Other Requirements:

• Remote – must physically work from within the USA
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to government or federal regulations
• Fixed 12 hours shifts, 2-2-3 schedule

Compensation at DXC is influenced by an array of factors, including but not limited to the experience, job-related knowledge, skills, competencies, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $63,600 - $118,000.

Full-time hires are eligible to participate in the DXC benefit program.  DXC offers a comprehensive, flexible, and competitive benefits program which includes, but is not limited to, health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; employee wellness; life and disability insurance; a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid time off.

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