Job Description

CSOC Analyst Tier 3

**Immediate Opportunity**

**Onsite**

Constellation Software Engineering (CSE) is seeking a dynamic and experienced CSOC Technical Lead to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will lead a talented group of Tier 1 and Tier 2 personnel, while also serving as the Tier 3 Subject Matter Expert (SME).

This techno-functional position offers a unique blend of leadership and hands-on technical responsibilities. You will guide and mentor our CSOC team, perform digital forensics, conduct threat hunting, and analyze threat intelligence to protect our organization's assets, data, and reputation from cyber threats.

As a CSOC Team Lead, your expertise in cybersecurity, combined with your strong leadership skills, will be critical to our mission. We are looking for a professional with a deep understanding of cybersecurity concepts who is ready to take on the challenge of safeguarding our organization.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit top talent and assemble a team of dedicated security professionals. Provide thorough training to equip your team with the latest cybersecurity knowledge and skills.
• Mentor and support security analysts, engineers, and other team members to foster professional growth and development.
• Serve as the CSOC Tier 3 SME/Analyst, providing advanced technical guidance.
• Perform digital forensics and threat hunting. Lead the team in analyzing and containing the threat, mitigating the impact, and initiating recovery procedures.
• Analyze and interpret threat intelligence. Develop and implement strategies to protect the organization from cyber threats.
• Keeping abreast of the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques is essential. You will be responsible for integrating threat intelligence into your SOC's processes and ensuring the team is well-informed about emerging risks.
• Provide briefing to customer leadership on Threat incidents, mitigation approaches and solutions that will limit or reduce such risks in future.
• Suggest SOC process, workflows, and playbooks improvement to streamline incident response and enhance overall security operations.
• Ensure the SOC operates in compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and policies.
• Conducting regular security awareness training for employees to enhance the overall security posture of the organization.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience within a cybersecurity environment; experience in a leadership role is preferred.
• Bachelors in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or relevant, commensurate work experience
• Experience in a security operations center, or similar environment, and identifying indications of compromise or attack and responding to incidents.
• CISSP, Network+, CEH, SANS FOR578: Cyber Threat Intelligence, SANS FOR508: Advanced Incident Response, Threat Hunting, and Digital Forensics, Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User, Splunk Administrator, and Splunk SOAR administrator.
• Prior experience leading a Team of Tier 1 and Tier 2 Analysts

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Endpoint and network security experience required; IDS, IPS, EDR, ATP, Malware defenses and monitoring experience. Knowledge of MITRE ATTACK framework.
• Vulnerability/cyber incident management framework
• Experience in SOC Tier 3, managing a team of individuals.
• Experience with digital forensics and process
• Knowledge of Splunk, Crowdstrike, tenable, forescout, Xscalar, BigFix, MS360, Encase, Fireeye, Cortex SOAR XDR, Prisma or similar products in security realm.

Location: Rockville MD (Onsite)

Who we are- CSEngineering, a Service-Disabled Veteran-owned small business established in 2002, is dedicated to becoming the premier engineering and services firm in our industry, all while prioritizing client satisfaction above all else.

What we do- With a rich history of excellence, we boast significant expertise in a wide array of areas, including satellite systems, weapons and missile systems, naval architecture, aviation systems, IT and Enterprise Architecture, and more. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including logistics, program management, and IT operations. As a recipient of the Hire Vets Gold Medallion award, we're proud of our commitment to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.

Why should you be a part of CSE- At CSEngineering, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of passion and growth, where individuals are encouraged to excel build fulfilling careers, and continually strive for excellence. Our dedication to innovation and excellence propels us forward, as we continuously strive to set new standards in our industry. Join us and be part of a team that's redefining what's possible.

CSE offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, disability, 401k, and paid time off.

CSE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran status.