Cyber Security Analyst- SOC (Hybrid - Farmington, CT)

Date Posted:

2024-11-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT6: 4 Farm Springs 4 Farm Springs Road, Farmington, CT, 06032 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

The following position is to join our RTX Enterprise Services team:

Role Overview:

The SOC Analyst utilizes internal processes and tools to detect and respond to various threats.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor, analyze and investigate alerts from various log sources including IDS/IPS, firewalls, proxies, servers, endpoints and other network devices in an enterprise security information and event monitoring (SIEM).
• Recommend and initiate appropriate response or escalation activities using established event handling and incident response procedures based on risk categorization.
• Collaborate with peers and stakeholders across the Corporate and Business Unit cyber security and information technology organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned in SOC.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Minimum 3 years applicable work experience with 1-2 years experience in Network Support, Cyber Defense Security Operations or Incident Response and conversant with cyber security concepts and techniques.
• Typically requires a university degree in Cyber, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information and Technology Systems, Math, Science, related discipline or equivalent work experience and schooling/certifications in lieu of degree.
• US Citizen required as work may involve visibility to ITAR related projects

Candidate must have 1+ years technical experience in the following areas:

• Network analysis using tcpdump, Wireshark or other packet capture/inspection tools.
• Searching, interpreting, and working with data from enterprise logging systems including syslog, netflow, and other SIEM/SIEM platforms.
• Endpoint protection suites such as Symantec, McAfee, Carbon Black, Forcepoint or Crowdstrike, etc..)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrable knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, topology, and security), operating systems (Windows/UNIX), and web technologies (Internet security).
• Understand system data, including, but not limited to, security event logs, system logs, and firewall logs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to communicate technical details clearly and concisely with peers and all levels of management.
• Capability to think and operate independently or in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• A proactive, analytical and results driven mindset.
• Highly detail oriented.
• Strong background in process and procedure with the ability to develop, revise and execute standard work.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced working environment.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues.
• Security+, Network+, A+, CySA+, GSEC, CEH, GCIH, GIAC or similar certifications are a plus.

Location: Farmington, CT USA

Availability: Ability to work 24/7/365 shift coverage (days, nights, weekends, holidays, or alternate non-traditional schedules as needed).

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location: Hybrid
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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