Certified Defensive Security Analyst Career Training Program Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship Program

This Program prepares individuals for entry-level jobs as cybersecurity analysts. Upon completion, participants will be equipped to perform the following work-role activities: • Conduct log analysis on Splunk Enterprise Security and IBM’s QRadar Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions and provide recommendations to the technical teams. • Monitor and analyze SIEM alerts through Splunk Enterprise Security and IBM’s Qradar and identify security anomalies for investigation and remediation. • Conduct analysis to determine the legitimacy of files, domains, and emails using online resources, specifically including VirusTotal, AnyRun, and MX Toolbox. • Analyze Packet Capture (PCAP) files, examine the details of the infected hosts, and write Indicators of Compromise (IOC) in executive summary reports. • Diagnose common cyber-attack types and create examples using tools such as Setoolkit in Kali Linux computer operating systems. • Review existing policies and guidance to ensure compliance with the National Institutes of Technology (NIST) Risk Framework.

ABOUT THE JOB

Lead your team of Cyber Security Analysts in training through up to 22 weeks of cyber security certification and Security Operations Center (SOC) training, including:Sec+ and our 12- Weeks Hands on training paid for you.2-weeks of IT Fundamentals;8-weeks of CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam preparation12-weeks of SOC Training in CyberNow Labs’ live SOCLead by example to create a “Camera On” culture in your team through:Have your computer camera on for all virtual training/work.Adding positive ENERGY to all virtual training/work meetings.Communicating with your team, encouraging and supporting them to be their best.Check-in daily with your team to confirm attendance for that evening’s training sessionConduct virtual Team Briefs/De-Briefs before and after training sessions, to prepare your team for the upcoming training session, and to support questions/concerns afterward.Serve as the main point of contact for your team during training sessions, documenting and escalating issues that you cannot resolve to your direct report.Create and update engagement reports for your team every week, summarizing their engagement, technical progression, career ambitions, and sentiment to continue training.Promote your team’s attendance at social and career events organized by the Company.Organize bi-weekly virtual “happy hour socials” with other training teams to facilitate networking amongst training participants and teamsOther training/work projects as assigned by your direct report.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team of Cyber Security Analysts through up to 22 weeks of cybersecurity certification and Security Operations Center (SOC) training.
• Create a 'Camera On' culture in your team, ensuring active participation and positive energy in virtual training/work meetings.
• Serve as the main point of contact during training sessions, documenting and escalating issues.
• Organize bi-weekly virtual 'happy hour socials' with other training teams to facilitate networking.
• Conduct virtual Team Briefs/De-Briefs to prepare your team for training sessions and support them afterward.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to conduct log analysis on Splunk Enterprise Security and IBM’s QRadar.
• Monitor and analyze SIEM alerts through Splunk Enterprise Security and IBM’s Qradar.
• Analyze Packet Capture (PCAP) files and write Indicators of Compromise (IOC) in executive summary reports.
• Diagnose common cyber-attack types using tools like Setoolkit in Kali Linux.
• Review existing policies and ensure compliance with the NIST Risk Framework.

BENEFITS

• 22 weeks of cybersecurity certification and SOC training covered by the program.
• Training in IT Fundamentals, CompTIA Security+ exam preparation, and SOC Training in CyberNow Labs’ live SOC.

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Schedule:Monday to FridayWeekends as neededWork Location: RemoteWatch Video from CEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wD0d-p2dkA&t=12sWatch Video from our Talent Acquisition Manager: https://www.loom.com/share/3de33eb6298d43eb856cfc9d10c293a6?sid=fc408f60-a18c-446a-9b79-af12ab17bc90