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We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Incident Response Analyst and Watchfloor Analyst to lead and oversee advanced incident response and watchfloor operations. This senior role requires deep expertise in detecting, analyzing, and responding to sophisticated cyber threats, with responsibilities that include mentoring junior staff and enhancing SOC processes. Based in Clarksburg, WV this position requires strong leadership, extensive hands-on experience, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, shift-based environment..

+ Lead threat monitoring activities to detect and analyze complex security incidents using SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, EDR, and other advanced security platforms.

+ Direct and manage incident response actions, from identification through containment, eradication, and recovery.

+ Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior and mid-level analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

+ Leverage threat intelligence sources to inform proactive threat hunting and incident analysis, maintaining awareness of evolving threat landscapes.

+ Ensure thorough documentation of incidents and contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC playbooks and response protocols.

+ Work closely with SOC leadership, incident response teams, and threat intelligence analysts to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Information Assurance, Computer Science, or related field.

+ 5+ years of experience

+ Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility

Other Job Specific Skills

+ Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with all levels of employees, management and outside representatives.

+ Familiarity with security industry standards (ISO 17799, NIST 800 series, etc.)

+ Experience with internal controls, risk assessments, business process and internal IT control testing or operational auditing.

+ Demonstrated ability to write business and technical reports and to participate in presentations.

+ Possess a thorough understanding of technical interface requirements and processes.

+ Must be able to lead a team of security professionals.

+ Ability to resolve moderately complex and diverse technical and supervisory issues.

+ Must demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding of data security principles, theories, regulations and practices.

+ Ability to perform vulnerability testing and operating system hardening.

+ Ability to maintain the confidentially of security operational information.

Compensation Ranges

Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

$66,200 - $75,000

EEO Requirements

It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, gender identity, veteran status, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.

All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, gender identity, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.