Cybersecurity Operations Analyst Job at D A LABS in Huntsville

Requirements

Must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
• 5–8 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Experience with Splunk Enterprise Security (mandatory) and Microsoft Sentinel (preferred).
• Comprehensive understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and forensic methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, intrusion detection systems, and malware analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, capable of producing clear technical documentation.
• U.S. citizen with an active security clearance of TS/SCI.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor enterprise networks and systems for security breaches, intrusions, and unusual activities.
• Execute real-time cyber defense, event triage, and incident response measures.
• Investigate security incidents, ascertain root causes, and propose corrective actions.
• Perform forensic analysis of compromised systems and create forensically valid data duplicates.
• Analyze recovered or encrypted data for pertinent information and conduct timeline and signature analysis.
• Document and report incidents, vulnerabilities, and findings, providing clear technical summaries.
• Conduct penetration tests and vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses and enhance system defenses.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to reinforce defensive strategies and improve threat detection.
• Support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs) in containment and remediation efforts.
• Recommend and implement best practices in cybersecurity operations, risk management, and compliance.
• Configure, manage, and maintain cybersecurity tools, including firewalls, data encryption systems, and endpoint protection platforms.

Company:

I am D A LABS, Inc., seeking a skilled Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to assist in our Security Operations Center (SOC) watch-floor activities in Huntsville, AL. This role is essential to our continuous 24/7 mission of monitoring and protecting our enterprise networks. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, forensic, and incident response skills to detect and mitigate cyber threats in real time.

Preferred Certifications:

• GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON)
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)

Key Skills:

• Cyber threat identification and incident response
• Log and network traffic analysis
• SIEM administration (Splunk, Sentinel)
• Malware and forensic exploration
• Vulnerability management and penetration testing
• Security documentation and reporting

Work Schedule Options:

• Wednesday–Saturday, 9:00 PM — 7:00 AM
• Sunday–Wednesday, 12:00 PM — 10:00 PM
• Wednesday–Saturday, 12:00 PM — 10:00 PM
• Sunday–Wednesday, 6:00 AM — 4:00 PM
• Wednesday–Saturday, 6:00 AM — 4:00 PM

Job Type:

Full-time

Pay:

$135,000.00 – $155,000.00 per year

Experience:

• SPLUNK: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• TS/SCI security clearance (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Huntsville, AL 35811 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Huntsville, AL 35811: Must relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person