Tier 1 Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Analyst

Aiea, HI, US • Posted 3 days ago • Updated 3 days ago
Full Time
Occasional Travel Required
On-site
$95,000 - $109,000/yr
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Job Details

Skills

  • Analytical Skill
  • Continuous Monitoring
  • Digital Forensics
  • Incident Management
  • Cyber Security
  • Reporting
  • Security Clearance
  • Tier 1
  • IDS
  • IPS
  • DoD

Summary

BreakPoint Labs, now a proud subsidiary of Valiant Solutions, seeks a Tier 1 Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Analyst to be responsible for the continuous monitoring, and initial triage of security events within a Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) environment. Work takes place on four ten-hour shifts (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday – Saturday).

Responsibilities include:

  • Monitor network and host-based systems.
  • Identify and validate suspicious activities.
  • Escalate security incidents as required.
  • Provide support for foundational incident response procedures.
  • Comply with established reporting requirements with accuracy and timelines.
  • Assist in managing incident response by documenting and tracking details.
  • Participate in training to develop familiarity with tools and processes.
  • Support log correlation tasks using tools like Splunk, Elastic, and Sentinel.
  • Assist in program reviews and product evaluations as directed
  • Surge support may be required to support incident response actions.

Required Experience: 

  • 3+ years of experience working in CSSP, SOC, or similar environment, OR, Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field.
  • Must have DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP-specific certifications.
  • Experience with Log Aggregation Tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel) preferred.
  • Experience with IDS/IPS, host-based, and operating system logging solutions.
  • Knowledge of Incident Response methodologies and procedures strongly preferred.
  • Experience with digital forensics, threat hunting, and/or incident response desired.
  • Familiarity with CJCSM 6510.01B.
  • Analytical ability and strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Certifications Required:  DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP-specific certifications, CND, and 8140.

Clearance Required:  DoD Secret

Education Level required:  Bachelor’s Degree; Area(s) of Study - relevant technical discipline; OR, a minimum of 3+ years equivalent experience.

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  • Dice Id: 10119134
  • Position Id: PRF 01-116
  • Posted 3 days ago
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