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I.  JOB SUMMARY

The Lead Cyber Security Operations Analyst works both independently and collaboratively with EBSI Managed Security Service Provider, Incident Response Team, Information Security Engineers, IT systems engineers, and software engineers. The primary responsibility for this individual will be operate as the tier three security operations analyst, subject matter expert, e-discovery/Digital forensics and cyber threat intelligence fusion cell on the cybersecurity operations team.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead cyber security operations analysts have the responsibility of being the highest technical escalation point of a cyber incident investigating and determining, based on analysis, if an Incident is to be decleared and board reportable.
• Manage internal/external interactions and communications with stakeholders in a professional manner, referring problems to and communicating with the appropriate department manager/director.
• Follow legal evidentiary chain of custody during compromise investigations by documenting and communicating findings in the system of record for case management solution and after-action reporting
• Perform and validate network and host level digital forensic investigations to determine root cause of the compromise, intrusion, or breach
• Develop and implement cyber security playbooks and process flows in line with industry best pracitces and standards
• Developing, implementing, and documenting signatures and behavioral detection/prevention strategies that keep pace with emerging cyber threats
• Identify, drive, track, and document compromise remediaton efforts
• Declare EBSI official Incidents and be the transition point to the Incident Response team
• Process cyber threat intelligence in accordance with the intelligence cycle: direction, collection, processing, analysis, dissemination, and feedback from open source, paid subscriptions, and government sources.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects managements assignment of essential functions.

III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

            3+ years of relevant commercial security operations experience or equivalent USCYBERCOM National Defense Team, MSSP, CERT, CNDSP work experience

            Must have at least one of the following cyber security technical certifications: SEC+/GSEC/CCSP/CYSA+

            In addition to one of the following: GCIH/GCFA/GNFA/GREM

            Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and cyber forensic evidence concepts

            Knowledge of malware families and network attack vectors.

            Knowledge about exploits, vulnerabilities, and cyber attacks

            Familiarity with performing host and network level analysis to determine if compromise occured.

            Familiarity with the Lockheed Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE AT&CK frameworks

            Must have the ability to attain at least a Secret US government clearance

            Possess planning, interpersonal, and motivational skills, able to write clearly and succinctly in technical and non-technical formats.

            Ability to speak both extemporaneously and in formal business settings.

            Have the ability to apply logic and reason to solve complex problems.

            Ability to establish and maintain multi-functional and positive working relationships.

            Advanced computer skills and proficiency.

            Strong interpersonal and networking skills with a solid ability to work in a team environment.

            Ability to work under stressful and tight deadlines as well as the ability to lead in a fast-paced environment.

            Above average computer hardware and software knowledge.

            Ability to multi-task, discerns patterns in detail.

            Think through problems for logical solutions and remain calm and professional under stress.

            Strong decision-making ability during both crisis and non-crisis situations.

            Able to work with highly confidential information.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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