Cybersecurity Consultant

Cybersecurity Consultant (Jobs in Des Moines, IA) Requirement id 158169 Job title Consultant Job location in Des Moines, IA Skills required Endpoint Detection And Response Solution, Cyber Security, Fast-Paced Environment, Open Date 06-May-2026 Close Date Job type Contract Duration 1 Months Compensation DOE Status requirement --- Job interview type --- Email Recruiter:coolsoft Job Description Consultant: Endpoint Detection And Response Solution, Cyber Security, Fast-Paced Environment, Start date :6/1/2026 End Date :06/30/2026 Submission deadline :5/8/2026 Client Info : LGRF - SLFRF EDR Note: Work Arrangement: Remote Agency Interview Type: Either Web Cam or In Person Interview Description: Position Summary: We are Seeking an experienced Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst with strong expertise in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools and cyber-security incident handling. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment with aggressive timelines and will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to events and alerts supporting statewide IT systems. This is a remote position. Required Experience: u2022 Hands-on experience working with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools u2022 Experience responding to, and analyzing, cyber-security events and incidents u2022 Experience working with Crowdstrike, or comparable EDR tool u2022 Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments Experience working with CrowdStrike or comparable EDR tool Responsibilities: u2022 Provide security monitoring and response efforts for, and in coordination with, the Security Operations Center (SOC) u2022 Lead outreach and coordination with statewide partners, including County, Municipal, and educational entities u2022 Strong communication, reporting, and documentation abilities u2022 Monitor, analyze, and respond to cyber-security events, alerts, and incidents affecting State of Iowa IT systems u2022 Take appropriate actions to protect IT assets from potential incidents and threats u2022 Document and report changes, trends, and implications related to evolving cyber-security tools, systems, and solutions u2022 Follow SOC processes and assist ISD Security Engineers and OCIO support teams during alerts, events, and incidents u2022 Submit new events and update existing events within the SOC ticketing system u2022 Provide phone and email support to state agencies and participating partners during alerts, events, and incidents u2022 Provide off-hours or ad-hoc shift support as required u2022 Proven ability to collaborate effectively with partners across varying technical backgrounds u2022 Capability to perform Tier 1 troubleshooting, including log collection, documentation review, and appropriate escalation u2022 Maintain up-to-date knowledge on relevant cyber-security technologies and tools u2022 Support Tier 1 SOC Analysts in triaging cyber-security events, alerts, and incidents u2022 Follow detailed operational procedures to analyze, escalate, and support remediation of critical security incidents u2022 Assist with SOC metrics, reporting, and communications u2022 Support incident response activities up to the preliminary forensics stage u2022 Monitor EDR tools and perform initial assessment and data gathering for alerts Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 158169 while calling. EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

Created: 2026-05-08