Senior Security Operations Analyst

Are you looking  for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Senior Security Operations Analyst to provide on-demand Cybersecurity and IT services to support the National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) mission at the NIGC Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

I've  never heard of Terrestris. What do you do? 

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through.By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

So,  what will the Senior Security Operations Analyst at Terrestris do?

The Senior Security Operations Analyst monitors, detects, and responds to cybersecurity threats to protect the National Indian Gaming Commission's systems, networks, and sensitive data. They analyze security events, manage incident response, and help implement security controls to ensure compliance and operational resilience. In support of the NIGC mission, they also provide technical expertise to strengthen the agency's overall cybersecurity posture and support secure IT operations.

What  does a typical day look like for a Senior Security Operations Analyst?

You will: 

• Perform security analysis activities according to established standards.
• Monitor systems for threats, analyze logs, and identify suspicious activity.
• Develop and execute daily security analysis and reporting checklists.
• Evaluate effectiveness of analysis processes and recommend improvements.
• Support continuous monitoring and proactive threat hunting.
• Develop detection and response policies to enhance automation and alerting.
• Develop incident handling procedures.
• Execute incident response activities per established plans.
• Ensure adequate data collection for investigations and situational awareness.
• Collect metrics and generate threat and security posture reports.

  What qualifications do you look for?

You might be the professional we're looking for if you have:

• Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
• A Bachelor's degree and/or relevant certifications (Security+, CASP+, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, GCFA, SC-100/200, AZ-500, etc.).
• A minimum 6 years of continuous experience in security operations or security analysis.
• Experience performing security monitoring, log analysis, threat detection, continuous monitoring, and proactive threat hunting.
• Hands-on experience with security analysis tools and reporting processes.
• Experience supporting incident response activities and incident handling procedures.
• Ability to develop reporting checklists, detection policies, and automation improvements.
• Ability to analyze and report on security posture and metrics.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must meet Public Trust clearance and federal compliance requirements.

  What kind of benefits does  Terrestris Offer?  

We offer outstanding benefits including health, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

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