Our client is seeking an Information Security Analyst to join their team. As an Information Security Analyst you will be part of the Security Operations Center providing crucial support to enterprise level customers. **Job Title: Information Security Analyst** **Location: Ashburn, VA** **What’s the Job?** + Conduct near real-time security monitoring in a 24x7 environment, utilizing proprietary SIEM and cybersecurity tools to identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs). + Monitor alert health in near real-time and escalate critical alerts according to service level agreements. + Detects and analyzes security incidents, particularly complex or escalated events, to assess threats effectively. + Address customer Requests For Information, leveraging soft and technical skills to query raw logs for IOCs, provide insights into SOC infrastructure, and offer guidance on SIEM features and best practices. + Perform level 1 assessment of incoming alerts, prioritizing and correlating details to determine severity within the customer environment and coordinating with tier II/III for critical incidents as needed. + Execute basic incident response activities using customer SIEM and cybersecurity toolkits. + Contribute to the SOC Knowledge Base and provide input for revisions. + Draft clear and concise escalation tickets. MUST-HAVE SKILLS: + Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. + 1 to 3 years of experience in a security-related role. + Fundamental knowledge of Cyber Security technologies. + Understanding of the threat landscape and indicators of compromise. + Strong problem-solving skills. + Proactively engage with customers, client executives, and management teams. + Excellent documentation and communication abilities in written and oral English. DESIRED SKILLS: + Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. + One or more years of experience in an Information Security Analyst position. + Familiarity with basic cyber threat hunting techniques. + Experience in incident response using different SIEMs and adhering to industry best practices. + Proficiency in investigating security incidents, developing/tuning use cases, and understanding incident response protocols. + Ability to create new content, searches, and scripts for tools like Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel, etc. + Understanding of device logging, network troubleshooting, and device troubleshooting. + Experience with incident response techniques such as network forensic analysis. + Familiarity with Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and analyzing alerts generated by inspection. + Scripting knowledge in languages like Python, Powershell, Bash Shell, Java, Ansible, etc. + Relevant security certifications such as SANS GIAC, GCIH, CompTIA Security+, CCNP-Security, CySA+, GCED, CEH, or similar credentials. **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.