Security Operations Analyst - Tier I

Company: Gunnison Consulting Group Inc
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 5, 2025

Job Description:

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM and threat intelligence sources.
• Perform incident triage and escalate threats as necessary.
• Conduct forensic analysis of security events.
• Assist in developing security reports and after-action reviews.
• Provide real-time threat analysis and escalation to mitigate cyber risks.
• Utilize automation tools to enhance SOC efficiency and response time.
• Coordinate with external threat intelligence teams for proactive defense measures.Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 2 years in security operations.
  • Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Microsoft Sentinel.
  • Hands-on experience in network security monitoring and incident response.
  • CompTIA Security+Desired Qualifications:
    • Experience in Federal Government or highly regulated industry.
    • Familiarity with security automation and orchestration (SOAR) platforms.
    • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).
    • Splunk Certified Architect.Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.Note: This position is contingent upon future contract award to Gunnison Consulting.The salary range for this position depends upon multiple factors including location, the individual's knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, and contract-specific budget constraints and organizational requirements.Gunnison Consulting Group's total compensation package also includes bonus and profit-sharing opportunities, depending on company and employee performance. Available employee benefits include:
      • 3 weeks of Personal Leave your first year
      • 11 paid Holidays each year
      • 5 days of Flexible Time Off each year
      • 401(k) company match at 50% up to 10% of your salary
      • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
      • Life and Disability Insurance
      • Public Transportation Subsidies
      • Certifications and Training Allowance - $2,500/year!Why Join Gunnison?
        • Gunnison takes on ambitious projects. We target fun, challenging work that requires creative thinking and innovation.
        • Quality is our top priority.
        • Gunnison employee benefits meet or exceed what other companies in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offer.
        • There is a great sense of camaraderie at Gunnison. This is an atmosphere we will maintain as we continue to grow.
        • We are growing rapidly and the opportunity for individual professional growth with Gunnison is outstanding.
        • We hire for careers at Gunnison, not to fill a position.Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Must be eligible for employment in the United States. We are unable to sponsor candidates at this time.In 1994 Gunnison Consulting Group began serving the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, focused on tackling our customers' most ambitious technology projects. By creating a culture dedicated to enabling our customers and employees to achieve more than they ever thought they could, the company has thrived for over 25 years.
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