CSOC Lead Analyst with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onStadium Freeway, University District, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States
About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Our employees solve the most daunting challenges our customers face every day, serving as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supporting every branch of the U.S. armed forces.
About the Role
This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on one of the nation's vital organizations. You will join a team of leaders in cybersecurity engineering, operations, forensics, threat analysis, data science, and systems integration to support a large critical infrastructure operator. Your mission is to defend corporate and operations networks from nation-state attacks, ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, and maintain compliance with federal and industry cybersecurity regulations.
As a Lead Analyst within a 24x7x365 Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC), you will provide leadership to shift staff while monitoring networks and systems using advanced tools like SIEM, EDR, and SOAR. You will analyze security alerts, lead investigations, assess threats, and implement procedures to respond to incidents. This role is designed for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about protecting national critical infrastructure.
Note: This position is contingent upon award.
Hiring Process
The application period is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may vary based on business needs and candidate availability. By applying, you express interest in the role and the company. During the review process, selected candidates may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify their identity.
Equal Opportunity
Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Stadium Freeway, University District, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States
Portland, Oregon
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead CSOC shift staff to monitor security reporting systems and indicators of suspicious activity
- check_circleConduct open source research to determine applicability of threat advisories to the operator environment
- check_circlePerform network and systems analysis of intrusion alerts and anomalous traffic patterns
- check_circleConduct advanced forensic event investigations of logs and network protocol traffic to identify threats
- check_circleCorrelate network and system sensor events to detect sophisticated and nuanced attacks
- check_circleRecommend changes to security assets such as firewalls and VPNs to improve defensive posture
- check_circleReview case management reports to assess risks and determine issue priority and escalation paths
- check_circlePrepare shift reports and brief CSOC managers and stakeholders on active investigations
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. Citizenship Required
- verifiedAbility to obtain/maintain DOE L Level or DOE Secret clearance
- verifiedDegree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- verifiedMinimum 8 years experience with BS/BA, 6 years with MS/MA, or 3 years with PhD
- verifiedCybersecurity experience in security monitoring, threat assessment, incident response, forensics, or CSOC operations
- verifiedUnderstanding of FISMA, NIST 800 series, and regulatory compliance
- verifiedAbility to work 24x7x365 shift rotation
Nice to Have
Hold cybersecurity certification such as CISSP, CISM, SSCP, GIAC GSEC, OSCP, CEH, CISA, GIAC GCIH, or EC-Council CSA. A master's degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information technology, or related field.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleShort-term and long-term disability insuranceParental leave
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Skills: Siem, Edr, Soar, Splunk, Crowdstrike, Nessus Security Center, Axonius, Swimlane, Websense, Netflow.
Education: Master's degree in CS, Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field preferred; PhD in CS, Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field reduces experience requirement.
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Day-to-day, the CSOC Lead Analyst with Security Clearance at Peraton will lead csoc shift staff to monitor security reporting systems and indicators of suspicious activity; conduct open source research to determine applicability of threat advisories to the operator environment; perform network and systems analysis of intrusion alerts and anomalous traffic patterns; and conduct advanced forensic event investigations of logs and network protocol traffic to identify threats.
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Peraton is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: U.S. Citizenship Required; Ability to obtain/maintain DOE L Level or DOE Secret clearance; Degree in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, IT, or related field; Minimum 8 years experience with BS/BA, 6 years with MS/MA, or 3 years with PhD; Cybersecurity experience in security monitoring, threat assessment, incident response, forensics, or CSOC operations; and Understanding of FISMA, NIST 800 series, and regulatory compliance.
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CSOC Lead Analyst with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in Stadium Freeway, University District, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Peraton has listed this CSOC Lead Analyst with Security Clearance role as on-site.
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CSOC Lead Analyst with Security Clearance at Peraton typically requires 3–8 years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for CSOC Lead Analyst with Security Clearance at Peraton include Siem; Edr; Soar; Splunk; Crowdstrike; Nessus Security Center; Axonius; and Swimlane.
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Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree in CS, Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field preferred; and PhD in CS, Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field reduces experience requirement.
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