Operations Watch Analyst, Cybersecurity
Resource Management Concepts, Inc., Charleston, SC, United States
Resource Management Concepts, Inc. (RMC) delivers professional management and technology services to government and commercial clients. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions that protect and strengthen the people, infrastructure, and environment of the United States.
RMC is seeking an Operations Watch Analyst to join our Cybersecurity Operations team. This role is vital to identifying, investigating, reporting, and mitigating cyber incidents across diverse Department of Defense (DoD) networks. The analyst ensures timely detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity events in accordance with CJCSM 6510.01B and related DoD directives.
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze network activity to identify, validate, and respond to potential security incidents
Maintain expert knowledge of CJCSM 6510.01B and ensure compliance with relevant DoD cybersecurity policies
Develop, refine, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for operational watch functions
Perform intrusion detection and correlation using tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, and other forensic utilities
Conduct network and host-based digital forensics across Windows and other operating systems
Develop and tune IDS/IPS signatures to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives
Coordinate incident reporting and response with JFHQ-DoDIN and supported organizations
Provide 24/7 incident response coverage, including rotational shifts, after-hours, and surge support
Participate in program reviews, readiness assessments, and on-site evaluation activities to strengthen cyber defenses
Requirements
Active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret upgrade
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field, or three years of relevant DoD/federal cybersecurity experience
IAT Level II or III certification (per DoD 8570.01-M) and other PWS certification requirements
Willingness to travel up to 15%, including short-notice deployments (72 hours)
Preferred Qualifications
Five or more years of hands‑on cybersecurity incident response experience
Expertise in packet analysis, IDS/IPS technologies, and host‑based security tools
Strong proficiency with log analysis tools like Splunk, Elastic, or equivalent
Familiarity with forensic tools and malware analysis methodologies
Solid understanding of CJCSM 6510.01B standards and DoD cyber operations
Excellent communication and reporting skills with attention to operational accuracy
Benefits At RMC, we're committed to your career growth! RMC differentiates itself from other firms through its investment in our employees. We invest our resources to train, certify, educate, and build our employees.
RMC can offer you a great place to work with a small company feel and give you the experience, tuition assistance, and certifications that will take your career to the next level. This also includes a competitive paid vacation package with 11 paid federal holidays. Additionally, we also offer high‑quality, low‑deductible healthcare plans, pet insurance, and a competitive 401K package.
Salary at RMC is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, a candidate's specific combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific requirements.
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RMC is seeking an Operations Watch Analyst to join our Cybersecurity Operations team. This role is vital to identifying, investigating, reporting, and mitigating cyber incidents across diverse Department of Defense (DoD) networks. The analyst ensures timely detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity events in accordance with CJCSM 6510.01B and related DoD directives.
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze network activity to identify, validate, and respond to potential security incidents
Maintain expert knowledge of CJCSM 6510.01B and ensure compliance with relevant DoD cybersecurity policies
Develop, refine, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for operational watch functions
Perform intrusion detection and correlation using tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, and other forensic utilities
Conduct network and host-based digital forensics across Windows and other operating systems
Develop and tune IDS/IPS signatures to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives
Coordinate incident reporting and response with JFHQ-DoDIN and supported organizations
Provide 24/7 incident response coverage, including rotational shifts, after-hours, and surge support
Participate in program reviews, readiness assessments, and on-site evaluation activities to strengthen cyber defenses
Requirements
Active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret upgrade
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field, or three years of relevant DoD/federal cybersecurity experience
IAT Level II or III certification (per DoD 8570.01-M) and other PWS certification requirements
Willingness to travel up to 15%, including short-notice deployments (72 hours)
Preferred Qualifications
Five or more years of hands‑on cybersecurity incident response experience
Expertise in packet analysis, IDS/IPS technologies, and host‑based security tools
Strong proficiency with log analysis tools like Splunk, Elastic, or equivalent
Familiarity with forensic tools and malware analysis methodologies
Solid understanding of CJCSM 6510.01B standards and DoD cyber operations
Excellent communication and reporting skills with attention to operational accuracy
Benefits At RMC, we're committed to your career growth! RMC differentiates itself from other firms through its investment in our employees. We invest our resources to train, certify, educate, and build our employees.
RMC can offer you a great place to work with a small company feel and give you the experience, tuition assistance, and certifications that will take your career to the next level. This also includes a competitive paid vacation package with 11 paid federal holidays. Additionally, we also offer high‑quality, low‑deductible healthcare plans, pet insurance, and a competitive 401K package.
Salary at RMC is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, a candidate's specific combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific requirements.
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