Network Security Monitoring Specialist

Information Systems Solutions (ISS) is looking for a candidate to provide network monitoring on the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) network supporting a U.S. Government Customer. The selected candidate will work as the primary network monitoring specialist for the Network Security Team (NETSEC) and be able to independently review SIEM logs and other sources to determine indicators of compromise. A successful candidate will have a strong background in Windows-based operating systems, candidates with a working knowledge of Linux and MacOS basics is a plus.

Specific job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• In-depth knowledge and experience with review of event logs for indicators of compromise.
• Leverage open source tools to support and confirm findings during the investigative process.
• Be familiar with DoD Network Security products (HBSS, ACAS, etc.).
• Be familiar with logging and monitoring products (McAfee SIEM, Splunk, INMON, Syslog, PCAP, etc.) and understand how to leverage their capabilities while conducting incident response.
• Produce thorough, well-written reports documenting all incidents and other events. Be able to brief findings to leadership and make remediation recommendations.
• Knowledge of incident response methods for AWS and/or Azure cloud instances is a plus, but not a requirement.

Why Work For ISS?

At Information Systems Solutions (ISS), we pride ourselves on providing an employee-focused and family first environment. As a small business, we take the time to get to know our employees and have a vested interest in helping them achieve their career goals. We work to schedule regular social gatherings to foster camaraderie within the company. ISS values their employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes a fully vested 401(k) matching program, coverage of family medical deductibles, spot bonuses, and educational assistance to further your career.

Clearance Level

• Secret

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (additional years of experience may be substituted)

Certifications (IAT Level II)

• Microsoft MCSA or equivalent training

-AND- one of the following (or a certification from a higher IAT level):

• Cisco Certified Network Associate - Security (CCNA Security)
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CompTIA CySA+ CE)
• GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GIAC GICSP)
• CompTIA Security+ CE
• GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• EC-Council Certified Network Defender (EC-Council CND)
• GIAC System Security Certified Practitioner (GIAC SSCP)

Required Skills

• 5+ Years of Experience with Network monitoring