Systematix

We are Systematix and we are currently seeking a IT Security VA Specialist, Level 3 for an opportunity with a public sector client. The ideal candidate must already possess a security clearance at the Secret level (Level II) or higher.

About the Project

The contractor is responsible for safeguarding digital environments through the monitoring, detection, analysis, and alerting of cyber security events and incidents. The contractor will use advanced tools and strategies to identify and respond to potential threats. The contractor will help keep the organization safe, secure, and resilient against evolving cyber risks.

About the Responsibilities

• Operations: Prepare and maintain security operations documentation, reports, and operational records.
• Supporting: Support the creation, tuning, and refinement of security alerts and detection rules.
• Collaborate with security teams and stakeholders to improve security monitoring, detection, and response practices.
• Continuous Monitoring: Monitor security consoles (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS) to identify potential security incidents and anomalous activity in real-time.
• Incident Triage: Conduct initial assessment and triage of security alerts to determine authenticity, severity, and potential impact.
• Vulnerability Tracking: Assist in the identification of system vulnerabilities and track remediation efforts in accordance with departmental patching cycles.
• SOP Maintenance: Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for incident handling to ensure they align with current threat landscapes.
• Log Analysis: Perform deep-dive analysis of system, network, and application logs to reconstruct event timelines during investigations.
• Reporting: Prepare daily summary reports of significant security events and weekly metrics on alert volume and resolution times.
• Refinement: Provide feedback to the Engineering team to tune SIEM rules and reduce “false positive” alert noise.
• Mentoring: The contractor must ensure that sufficient knowledge transfer occurs throughout the contract and prior to contract completion to enable personnel to perform the above tasks.

About the Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience performing the role of a Tier 1 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst in Cyber Security or Information Technology environments.
• A bachelor’s degree or post-secondary degree/certificate in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Or, a minimum of ten years of experience performing the role of a Tier 1 SOC Analyst in Cyber Security or Information Technology environments.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience performing alert triage, threat monitoring, and initial security incident identification activities.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms to monitor, investigate, correlate, and alert on security events within a security operations environment.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience analyzing and interpreting security logs from systems such as Windows, Linux, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), or cloud platforms.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience communicating with technical teams or support groups in a security or information technology environment.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience developing or maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs), security playbooks, incident documentation, incident reports, and/or incident management records.

Candidates must outline in detail how they meet the above requirements.

Pay Disclosure

The average hourly pay range for this field is as follows:

• Junior: 0–5 years of experience – $40-75/hr
• Intermediate: 6–9 years of experience – $60-100/hr
• Senior: 10+ years of experience – $90-150/hr

Compensation is commensurate with these standards; exceptions may apply based on experience, skills, and market conditions.

AI Disclosure

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) or other automated tools to support parts of our recruitment process. No automated tools make hiring decisions.

At Systematix, our core values—excellence, collaboration, respect, and knowledge as a pursuit—underpin our commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. We encourage everyone to be their authentic selves, and we are committed to ensuring that our employment decisions are entirely based on job requirements and individual qualifications. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, and religious beliefs. If our values and the position advertised resonate with you, we encourage you to apply.