Cyber Security Specialist (SNR)

Job Description

CSCI Consulting is looking for a Cyber Security Specialist (SNR) to design & set up the ingestion of various customer data flows to include pre-processing data into a useable format, ensuring proper parsing and indexing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and responsible for designing & integrating Elastic with a wide variety of data sources and developing associated knowledge objects such as queries, dashboards, reports, alerts for monitoring and analytics

Responsibilities

• Perform data transformation using Elastic query language


• Track the health of the Elastic environment and optimize its performance. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to security, performance, data indexing, and searches


• Perform watch-officer monitoring duties, including:
  
  
  
  • Monitoring detecting, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats and events using Elastic /SIEM Platform
  
  
  • Reviewing correlated alerts and logs for compromise scenarios
  
  
  • Performing triage of security alerts to prioritize response
  
  
  • Identifying false positives
  
  
  • Investigating security incidents and determining root cause
  
  
  • Collecting and preserving logs for analysis
  
  
  • Escalating confirmed incidents to leadership or SOC teams
  
  
  • Coordinating with IT or DevOps for containment and remediation
  
  
  • Creating after-action reports (AAR) post-incident
  
  
  
  


• In addition, the role may include assistance with monitoring Vulnerability Management tools, such as ACAS and ePO

Minimum Requirements

• Have at least three years of working knowledge and hands-on experience with Elastic/Splunk query languages, monitoring SIEM dashboards and real-time alerts, fine-tuning SIEM rules to reduce noise, and NIST 800-53 & DevSecOps frameworks


• Must have a DoD/DoW Secret Security Clearance


• US Citizenship is required


• Required IT Level: ITII


• Must currently possess a Security+ certificate


• Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving


• Ability to work with clients to understand their needs


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Professional presence

Preferred Skills

• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently


• Strong customer and vendor relationship skills


• Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies


• Motivation to learn new technologies and methodologies that demonstrate value


• Past experience working with a federal agency


• Department of Defense/Department of War experience is a plus!
  

About CSCI

CSCI is an award-winning information technology and financial management consulting firm founded on one simple philosophy: “Do what is right, always.” We apply this philosophy across all elements of our growing business, from delivering world-class services for customers to providing an environment where associates thrive both personally and professionally. At CSCI, work and fun aren’t diametrically opposed!

At CSCI, our goal is to hire people with proven track records and retain them with an energizing, diverse company culture. We value each associate’s natural drive to excel, and we provide them with the freedom to do things their way. CSCI seeks the best and brightest in the industry—those who are ready to move their lives and career forward. Join us today and get excited about Mondays again!

Benefits of Working at CSCI

• Competitive salaries


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package


• Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar


• Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401(k) retirement plan


• Team building events


• Professional development support

Legal

CSCI complies with all applicable Federal, state, and local employment regulations. Please reach out to HR@csciconsulting.com with any questions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. CSCI provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

If you require an accommodation, please contact CSCI Human Resources for further assistance. For questions regarding the qualifications listed above, please contact the CSCI Recruiting Team.

E-Verify

CSCI participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Notice

As part of the application and recruitment process, CSCI Consulting, Inc. may collect personal information as described under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

This information is collected solely for employment-related purposes, including evaluating your qualifications, processing your application, and complying with legal obligations.

By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the following notice regarding the collection of your personal information as a job applicant:

• Categories of Information Collected: Personal identifiers, employment history, educational information, and any other information provided in your application or as part of the interview process.


• Purposes for Collecting Information: To review your application, assess your qualifications, and manage the hiring process.


• Retention and Security: Information collected will be retained indefinitely and will be securely stored and handled in accordance with CCPA guidelines and CSCI Consulting, Inc. policies.


• Rights of Applicants: Under CCPA, California residents have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, delete it, and request restrictions on certain uses. However, some information may be retained as required by law.

For further information, or to exercise your rights under the CCPA, please contact CSCI’s HR team.

Disclaimer

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.