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Cox Communications is searching for a Cybersecurity Analyst I to join the Security Operations Center (SOC). The primary function of this role is responding to cyber threats facing Cox networks, systems, and information assets. The analyst will perform security monitoring, respond to escalations, and conduct incident response activities. This position reports to the Manager of the Security Operations Center.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a blend of general business, technology, and security competencies. This is a unique opportunity to work for a telecommunications company protecting national critical infrastructure.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform incident response and triage across Cox networks and systems including identity, cloud environments, malware, data exposure, phishing, and social engineering methods.
• Utilize a variety of security tools to detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents including SIEM, log management, EDR, firewalls, packet capture and analysis tools, and vulnerability scanners.
• Document and escalate cyber incidents according to policy and organizational requirements.
• Update analyst procedures, workflows, techniques, and provide guidance as necessary.
• Maintain assigned incident queue.
• Remain current in the latest trends in threat intelligence, security monitoring and incident response.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as 4 years’ experience in a SOC or cybersecurity-related role.

• Experience in cybersecurity or another technical role.
• Experience using search and analysis tools such as Elastic, Qradar, KQL XSAIM, or XQL
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or similar
• Experience applying computer networking concepts, protocols, and network security methodologies
• Exposure to cyber-attack frameworks; MITRE ATT&CK, Lockheed Cyber Kill Chain, Diamond Model, etc.
• Experience preparing reports, technical documentation, or security alerts for stakeholders, delivered in a professional setting.

Preferred

• Experience with collegiate cyber clubs or training communities like TryHackMe, Hack The Box, etc.
• Experience with endpoint security agents (Microsoft Defender, Crowdstrike, etc.)
• Understanding of network traffic analysis methods including packet-level analysis.
• Pursuing or holding an entry-level certification such as Security+, GSEC, or equivalent.

About Cox

Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses – which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications – is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!

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Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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