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Security Analyst - Shift Lead

Gdh Consulting, Inc.
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026
Role Summary
This position involves advanced security intrusion detection and cybersecurity analysis, focusing on log examination, event review, and security monitoring. The role requires senior-level expertise in managing security operations, leading shift teams, and utilizing SIEM tools to identify and analyze security threats. The candidate will leverage their experience to enhance threat detection capabilities and support compliance efforts within a dynamic security environment.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee cybersecurity shift operations, ensuring effective monitoring and incident response.
  • Analyze logs from various sources, including web servers, raw data logs, and network traffic, to identify security threats.
  • Develop and execute advanced queries using Splunk SIEM or similar tools for threat detection and analysis.
  • Review and interpret Snort-based IDS events, firewall ACLs, and Pcaps to assess security posture.
  • Conduct thorough web log reviews and analyze console events to inform security decisions.
  • Collaborate with security teams to develop improved detection strategies and techniques.
  • Maintain and update SIEM configurations, dashboards, and alerting rules to optimize threat detection.
  • Lead investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending corrective actions.
  • Stay current with cybersecurity trends, emerging threats, and updates to security technologies and protocols.
  • Support compliance and audit activities related to security monitoring and incident management.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of seven years of security intrusion detection experience, including extensive use of logging technologies.
  • At least two years as a cybersecurity or security operations shift team leader.
  • A minimum of five years performing analytics examination of logs and console events at a senior level.
  • Proven skills in advanced query development in Splunk or GREP, firewall review, IDS event analysis, and web log review.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a SIEM environment with tools such as Splunk.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).
  • Possession of at least one recognized cybersecurity certification, such as GCIA, ECSA, GPPA, GCED, SSCP, or CISSP.
  • Splunk Fundamentals I & II certification is required.
  • This position requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance. In accordance with federal law, U.S. citizenship is required.
Publishing Pay Range: $50.00 - $55.00 USD Hourly

This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.

About GDH:
At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:
GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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