Security Operations Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Oversee and evaluate security events and alerts utilizing Elastic Security SIEM

• Perform vulnerability assessments with Tenable SC and evaluate cloud workloads through Tenable Cloud Security

• Administer and enforce endpoint security protocols using Trellix ePO or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE)

• Supervise network security activities across Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls

• Assess secure access traffic via Zscaler Private Access and Internet Access

• Identify, document, and escalate security incidents in accordance with established response protocols

• Create continuous monitoring reports and contribute to security posture dashboards

• Monitor and report security KPIs to program leadership

• Provide support for critical DoD systems and defense operations

⛳️ Requirements

• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance

• 3–5 years of experience in a security operations or SOC setting

• Practical experience with a SIEM platform (Elastic Security preferred)

• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (Tenable SC preferred)

• Understanding of network security monitoring and firewall technologies

• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Basic Tier Certification — one of: CC, GDSA, or GISF

• DoD 8140 Interim Education Options

• Willingness to travel to Scott Airforce base quarterly

• Elastic Certified Analyst or Elastic Certified Engineer certification preferred

• Experience with Palo Alto NGFW or Zscaler platforms preferred

• Knowledge of cloud workload security monitoring preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering preferred

• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Intermediate Tier — one of: CEH(P), ECIH, GRID, RCCE Level 1, CBROPS, CCSP, CEH, Cloud+, FITSP-O, GCED, GCIH, GSEC, PenTest+, or Security+ preferred

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible time off policy

• Comprehensive learning resources

• Healthcare coverage

• Wellness programs

• Financial benefits

• Retirement plans

• Family support initiatives

• Continuing education assistance

• Additional time off benefits

• Opportunities for learning and development