Security Operations Analyst

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and alerts using SIEM and other security tools to identify potential threats
• Analyze and investigate security incidents including malware, phishing, and unauthorized access attempts
• Lead incident response activities including containment, eradication, and recovery efforts
• Perform threat hunting and proactive analysis to identify emerging risks
• Correlate data from multiple sources to assess impact and recommend mitigation strategies
• Develop and maintain incident response procedures and playbooks
• Document incidents, findings, and remediation actions
• Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to improve security posture
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior analysts

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Current IAT Level II or higher certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CASP+)
• 6+ years of experience in security operations, incident response, or threat analysis
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk
• Knowledge of common attack vectors, threat actors, and defensive techniques
• Experience analyzing logs, network traffic, and endpoint activity
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Basic networking concepts knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and MITRE ATT&CK framework
• Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools
• Scripting or automation experience with Python or PowerShell
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or Computer Science

About the Company

C3EL provides specialized support for security operations and cybersecurity initiatives.