Cybersecurity Specialist

Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play a vital role in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The main focus of the Cybersecurity Specialist is to identify, analyze, contain and eradicate threats on enterprise systems and infrastructure. The Cybersecurity Specialist will serve as subject-matter expert (SME) providing direct support to the frontline Cybersecurity Analysts. The CybersecuritySpecialist will also continuously and collaboratively improve processes, procedures, and training,for new technologies and defensive security techniques. The candidate must have a curious investigative mind, a passion for information security, and the ability to communicate complex ideas to varied audiences.
Key Responsibilities:

• Detect, identify, and alert on potential cyber attacks, intrusions, and anomalies, distinguishing malicious from benign activity.
• Use cyber defense tools for continuous monitoring, event correlation, and situational awareness.
• Analyze malicious activity to identify exploited vulnerabilities, attack methods, and system impacts.
• Document, escalate, and report incidents with detailed history, status, and potential impacts.
• Mentor cybersecurity analysts and coordinate with cyber defense teams to validate alerts and improve controls.
• Prepare dashboards, trend analyses, and executive-level reports on threats, incidents, and response outcomes.

Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:

• 4+ years experience in Security Operations

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with cybersecurity investigations (Incident Response)
• Experience with various security technologies (SIEM, XSIAM/XSOAR, UEBA, EDR, IDS/IPS, etc.)
• Experience with digital forensic analysis
• Experience with cyber threat intelligence

One or more of the following certifications are strongly desired:

• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• AWS Certified Security - Specialty
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA)

Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $96,250.00/Year - $137,500.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.