Security Operations Center (SOC) Engineer/Analyst

Posted Wednesday, February 14, 2024

The Virginia Military Institute is the nation’s oldest state-sponsored Senior Military College, and a premier institute for leadership development, committed to exceptional preparation of citizen-soldiers, the blending of research with education, and superb educational programs in cyber and national security.

The DoD-funded Cyber Defense Laboratory (CyDef Lab) at VMI is a conduit to grow a pathway of the next generation of cyber leaders. As such, students undergo rigorous education, with an emphasis in cybersecurity and leadership training in a dynamic, predictive, and responsive program. Integral to CyDef Lab is helping to build increased workforce diversity and providing extensive experiential learning with state-of-the-art tools and devices.

The CyDef Lab is looking for a Security Operations Center (SOC) Engineer/Analyst to join the team. As the Security Operations Center Engineer/Analyst in the CyDef Lab you will work under the guidance and supervision of the Security Operations Center Manager within the CyDef Lab.

The SOC Engineer/Analyst will take responsibility for our new Security Operation Center to serve as an educational laboratory for our students and to provide service to the community.

Key responsibilities and functions:

• Responsible for the configuration, maintenance, tuning, and optimization of the Enterprise Security tools/platforms to assist with the general IT security, response to security threats from various platforms and technologies.
• Monitor and analyze the event correlation and incident data to identify trends, false positives, and provide enhancements where necessary to improve the efficacy of the security alerts.
• Assist in information security governance, risk, and compliance related tasks.
• Mentor Cyber Captains in security and network operations.
• Strong deliverable skills in writing, presentation of reports, and training of faculty, staff and cadets in security and network operations analytics.
• Support security team operations in vulnerability risk assessments, data protection and integrity containments, and investigations on related security violations/incidents.
• Work alongside server, network and desktop operation support and necessary stakeholders in effectively investigating and remediating incidents and security issues.
• Ensures senior management and staff are informed of any changes and updates promptly.
• Experience with log management or security information management tools.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proof of US Citizenship or permanent residency.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, or related areas.
• Experience working in a Security Operations Center with knowledge of SOC operations.

Salary is based on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits package. This position is fully funded by a DoD grant for the first two years and may be extended based on securing additional funds. This position is expected to be performed on-site.

Please include a resume, cover letter of interest, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin 2 weeks from the posting date and the position will be open until filled.

Background check is required for selected candidates.

Candidates can apply at: Security Operations Center (SOC) Engineer/Analyst- Job Application

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply. VMI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment, educational opportunities, programs and services.

Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322