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INTRODUCTION

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The SOC Cybersecurity Analyst represents the entry point into the Security Operations Center. SOC Cybersecurity Analyst will perform basic security monitoring; handling of common issue types; and basic incident response activities. The duties of the SOC Cybersecurity Analyst include the following:

• Provide “eyes on glass” real-time security monitoring in a 24x7 environment by monitoring security infrastructure and security alarm devices for Indicators of Compromise utilizing SIEM and cybersecurity tools;
• Performing level 1 assessment of incoming alerts (assessing the priority of the alert, determining severity of alert in respect to customer environment, correlating additional details) and coordinate with Senior Analysts for high priority incidents, if necessary;
• Provide basic security event detection and initial triage of security events, opening tickets in designated ticketing systems within SLO and/or SLA guidelines;
• Performing administrative routines of SOC like evaluating reports and SIEM dashboards, reviewing ticket escalations;
• Incoming call handling from and initiating trouble tickets, if applicable;
• Provide health and availability analysis, opening tickets in designated ticketing systems within SLO and/or SLA guidelines;
• Follow documented escalation procedures;
• Identify recurring incidents for problem management purposes;
• Coordinate with Senior Analysts for high priority incidents.

LOCATION

In this hybrid role, you must reside within a commuting distance to one of the work locations listed on this position, and your work will include work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree or two or more years of work experience
• Three or more years of relevant work experience
• Three or more years of experience as a Security Operations Analyst

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors or higher degree in Computer Science, Information Security or similar discipline
• Information Technology security related certifications like: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Linux, Cisco CCNA, Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals, AWS Cloud Practitioner or SANS GSEC
• Understanding of command line scripting and implementation (ie. Python, Powershell, Bash Shell)
• Ability to write new content/searches/scripts (e.g. Splunk dashboards, Splunk ES alerts, QRadar, RSA Netwitness, SumoLogic, etc.)
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Exceptional problem solving skills
• Proactive in engaging with customers, client executives and Verizon management teams
• Knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), RCF 1918 and common attacks against TCP/IP protocol
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Server Operating System
• Basic understanding of threat landscape and indicators of compromise
• Experience with tools such as Active Directory, Cisco IOS, MS Server, AMP, Splunk ES, SNORT, Yara, IronPort, Firepower, SIEM (Securonix, Splunk, etc), SOAR (XSOAR, Phantom, etc).
• Strong understanding of networking (TCP Flags, TCP Handshake, IP addressing, Firewalls, Proxy, IDS, IPS)
• Ability to perform NetFlow / packet capture (PCAP) analysis
• Experience with basic cyber threat hunting
• Experience investigating security incidents with SIEMs (e.g. Splunk, Qradar, ArcSight, Securonix, etc), use case development/tuning, and threat hunting strategies.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS

40

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.