Job Description
Our client is currently seeking a Cyber Security Operations Analyst, Hybrid to Downtown Chicago (2-3 days a week onsite per week)
Responsibilities:
- Continuously tune and implement new rules and use cases for Security Incident and Event Monitoring (SIEM) tool.
- Respond to Cyber Security incidents, ensuring quick and effective resolution.
- Assist the CSO team and Cyber Security department to improve overall security posture.
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure relevant system logs are stored in SIEM.
- Tune existing log sources and Host Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) to better detect attackers.
- Proactively hunt for signs of attacker behavior using innovative and lateral thinking.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years of experience in Cyber Security preferred; equivalent combinations of experience, education, and certification are acceptable.
- Thorough understanding of TCP/IP and OSI model.
- Experience with Windows and Linux Servers.
- Familiarity with SIEM tools, EDR tools, Network IDS, Host IDS, DNS Firewalls, Next Gen Firewalls, Secure Web/Email Gateways preferred.
- Understanding of core Security concepts.
- Knowledge of laws, regulations, and standards affecting cyber security.
Education:
- Associate degree or higher in Cyber Security or related field preferred; equivalent combinations of education, experience, and certification are acceptable.
Rate: $30-40/HR
Job Tags
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