Log Analyst Specialist*

Location: Adelphi, MD

Required Clearance: Top Secret

Certifications: IAM II Level; Splunk Certified Administrator

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Required Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of experience in log analysis, cybersecurity, or a related field.

Description

PingWind is seeking a Log Analyst Specialist who is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting log data from various security systems and devices to identify and respond to potential security threats. This role involves working closely with other cybersecurity professionals to maintain the security posture of the organization. The Log Analyst Specialist plays a critical role in detecting, analyzing, and mitigating security incidents.

Responsibilities

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:

· Continuously monitor and analyze log data from various security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), antivirus software, and SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools.

· Identify and investigate anomalies, suspicious activities, and potential security incidents.

· Correlate log data from multiple sources to provide a comprehensive view of security events.

· Respond promptly to security incidents, including initial triage, investigation, and escalation as necessary.

· Document and report incidents following established procedures and protocols.

· Leverage threat intelligence to enhance log analysis and improve detection capabilities.

· Stay current with emerging threats, attack vectors, and cybersecurity trends.

· Configure and tune SIEM systems to optimize log collection, correlation, and alerting.

· Ensure the integrity and reliability of log data collected by the SIEM.

· Ensure log collection and analysis comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, PCI-DSS).

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

· Top Secret

· IAM II Level

· Splunk Certified Administrator

Desired Qualifications

· Master’s Degree

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

Paid Federal Holidays

Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education assistance

Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.