Network Based Systems Analyst III
$94,000–$112,000 year
On-siteArlington, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity, validate alerts, and perform event correlation to determine attack effectiveness. Document and escalate incidents with full history and impact, while conducting trend analysis and preparing daily summary reports. Reconstruct malicious activities using packet analysis and metadata, assist in constructing signatures for cyber defense tools, and evaluate system effectiveness. Notify incident responders and prepare recommendations for procedural changes as needed. This role supports a mission-critical government program focused on proactive hunting and rapid incident response for critical infrastructure owners.
Required Qualifications
- US Citizen
- active TS/SCI clearance
- DHS Suitability
- 5+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber defense analysis using leading edge technologies and industry standard cyber defense tools
- BS Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree
- HS Diploma and 7+ years of network investigations experience
Desired Qualifications
- GSEC (SANS401)
- Arcsight (or other SEIM solution)
- Network+
- Security+
- Python programming experience
- Strong math and science background
- Experience with Carnegie Mellon SiLK tool suite
- GNFA certification
- GCIH certification
- GCIA certification
- CASP+ certification
- CySA+ certification
- PaLMS certification
- FedVTE certification
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