Mastech Digital

Job Title: SOC Cloud Support Specialist. Performs technical reviews of documentation to ensure computer security integration and compliance with regulations (NERC CIP, SOX, ISO, etc.). Ability to obtain certifications in industry specific and technical fields, such as NERC-CIP and CompTIA Security +, (ISC)2 CISSP, CEH. Strong technical understanding of AWS cloud security. Actively identifies and remediates cyber and insider threat events and works to completion in a timely manner

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No C2C Only W2Job Title: SOC Cloud Support SpecialistLocation: Dallas, TX (Onsite)Duration: 6+ Months (Extendable) Job Description:Responsible for ensuring the safety of technology platforms inclusive of workstations, server systems, networks, applications, databases and electronic information, and to protect the systems from security violations, access or destruction. Assists with implementing Information Technology security policies covering protocols, applications, networks, client and server systems, personnel and other risk management mechanisms. Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesDirectly or through others, the incumbent will:<ul><li>Supports existing security technologies by working with the SOC and vendor teams in order to ensure productions systems are operational from a technical perspective</li><li>Supports onboarding of new security technologies by working with project and vendor teams in order to ensure production system readiness from an operational and technical perspective</li><li>Development and improvement of automation functions for repetitive tasks in the SOC</li><li>Uncovers information gaps that can help identify potential threats in the short and long term and recommends security enhancements to management or senior Technology staff</li><li>Acts as subject matter expert on existing security technologies by administering, integrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting systems to ensure good security posture</li><li>Produce, review, and finalize reports and presentations for management including security recommendations, on technology security vulnerabilities, both planned in place, and future direction</li><li>Support Cybersecurity investigations – Cyber Security Incident Response Plan (CSIRP) and make recommendations to management on findings and solutions</li><li>Provide incident management support, and ensure incidents are minimized through design, tools and processes</li><li>Performs technical reviews of documentation to ensure computer security integration and compliance with regulations (NERC CIP, SOX, ISO, etc.)</li><li>Act as an escalation point for security analysts and be able to assist in problem-solving by providing cybersecurity expertise and knowledge of corporate technology environment</li><li>Actively engage and collaborate with other groups within the SOC and our internal partners</li><li>Ensure the Security Operations Center Manager, Director of Integrated Platforms, Director of Cybersecurity, and CIO is apprised of technical and regulatory changes in the security landscape</li><li>A change agent to adapt and drive change throughout the organization</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Self motivated, results-oriented with a passion to deliver above par results in a proactive manner</li><li>Perform all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements as assigned</li></ul> Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements• High School diploma, GED and relevant work experience is required; Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or other related field is preferred• 4 years cybersecurity or information technology experience preferred• 4 years in cybersecurity monitoring working with security tools recommended• Ability to obtain certifications in industry specific and technical fields, such as NERC-CIP and CompTIA Security +, (ISC)2 CISSP, CEH• Advanced understanding of network concepts, protocols, services and operating systems• Strong technical understanding of Windows Server and Red Hat Linux environments• Strong technical understanding of Python, RegEx, and SQL• Strong technical understanding of AWS cloud security• Strong technical understanding of containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration tools.• Strong technical understanding of vulnerabilities and how attackers can exploit vulnerabilities to compromise systems• Proven analytical, problem solving, and research skills with readiness to defend analysis• Advanced verbal and written communication skills• Ability to work in an open and collaborative environmentPossible 24x7 environment Measures of Success• Actively maintains and troubleshoots existing and future SOC systems• Actively identifies and remediates cyber and insider threat events and works to completion in a timely manner• Demonstrates skills in prioritization and multi-tasking, and success in adapting to change in a fast-paced environment• Demonstrates ability to collaborate with internal partners in a professional manner• Provides consistent and timely intelligence information and trends

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