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Information Security / Incident Response

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ISIR.GEN.P1

P1P1 — Entry-Level Professionalmedium0.70draftglobalv1

Assists in basic incident response tasks under close supervision.

Level
P1 · P1 — Entry-Level Professional · 0–2 yrs
Function · Focus
Information Security / Incident Response · General
Market pay (median)
Pay basis
model pending

Assists in basic incident response tasks under close supervision.

The story of this role

Who does this work

Information Security Analyst, a skilled problem-solver seeking to protect their organization from security threats.

The problem this role solves

  • The external problem: Rising incidents of cyber attacks and data breaches that jeopardize sensitive information.
  • The internal problem: Feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of security incidents and the pressure to respond quickly and effectively.
  • Why it matters: Believing that every organization has a right to secure and protect its information assets.

The plan

  1. 1. Monitor security alerts and system logs to identify potential threats.
  2. 2. Conduct thorough incident analysis to determine the nature and impact of security incidents.
  3. 3. Collaborate with teams to develop and implement effective remediation strategies.
  4. 4. Document findings and create reports to communicate incidents and responses.
  5. 5. Continue to enhance skills and knowledge through ongoing training and education.

What's at stake

Failures to detect or adequately respond to incidents lead to severe data breaches. Loss of trust from stakeholders, resulting in decreased collaboration and support. Increased stress and frustration from the pressure of unresolved security threats.

Success looks like

The organization successfully mitigates security incidents, reducing potential downtime and financial loss. Stakeholders trust the Information Security team, leading to a proactive security culture. Personal satisfaction in knowing that their efforts protect the organization's vital information.

Summary

Assists in basic incident response tasks under close supervision.

Level — P1 — Entry-Level Professional

New to role or field; performs basic tasks under supervision

Scope
Own tasks within a defined component
Autonomy
Close supervision; work reviewed frequently
Complexity
Routine problems with known solutions
Impact
Own deliverables
Decision rights
Few independent decisions; escalates the rest
Leadership
None — building the craft
Typical experience
0–2 yrs

Core outputs

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Responsibilities8

  • Monitor security consoles and alarmscommonlevel
  • Document preliminary incident detailscommonlevel
  • Follow scripted response stepscommonlevel
  • Assist in maintaining incident response toolscommonlevel
  • Support senior team members in incident analysiscommonlevel
  • Participate in incident response training sessionscommonlevel
  • Update incident response documentationcommonlevel
  • Communicate incident details to relevant stakeholderscommonlevel

Tasks3

  • Monitor and report security incidentscommonlevel
  • Document incident detailscommonlevel
  • Assist in incident analysiscommonlevel

Skills8

  • Basic incident responsecommonlevel
  • Security monitoringcommonlevel
  • Documentationcommonlevel
  • Communicationcommonlevel
  • Team collaborationcommonlevel
  • Basic cybersecurity knowledgecommonlevel
  • Problem-solvingcommonlevel
  • Tool usagecommonlevel

Knowledge8

  • Incident response procedurescommonlevel
  • Security monitoring toolscommonlevel
  • Basic cybersecurity conceptscommonlevel
  • Documentation standardscommonlevel
  • Teamwork principlescommonlevel
  • Communication strategiescommonlevel
  • Problem-solving techniquescommonlevel
  • Adaptability in dynamic environmentscommonlevel

competency8

  • Attention to detailcommonlevel
  • Learning Agilitycommonlevel
  • Teamworkcommonlevel
  • Dependabilitycommonlevel
  • Basic technical skillscommonlevel
  • Communicationcommonlevel
  • Problem Solvingcommonlevel
  • Adaptabilitycommonlevel

qualification3

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related fieldcommonlevel
  • Security+ certification preferredcommonlevel
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity principlescommonlevel
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O*NET / SOC

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