Computer Network Defense Analyst (EAIRS)

Horizon Industries; Columbus, Fort Belvoir, Battle Creek (OH, VA, MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) plan

Educational assistance

Student loan repayment

Paid Time off

Job summary

Horizon Industries Limited is seeking a Computer Network Defense Analyst to monitor and respond to cybersecurity threats on a 3rd shift schedule (10:30 pm–7:30 am). This on-site role supports DLA cybersecurity operations across Columbus, OH and other sites, requiring an active Top Secret clearance and IAT II-related CE certifications.

You will perform incident analysis, threat hunting, and defense-in-depth improvements, with opportunities to advance within the JETS program and broader Horizon

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of relevant IT experience.
• Two (2) years performing root cause analysis of cybersecurity events and incidents.
• Working knowledge of multiple security tools (firewall, IDS/IPS, HIDS, DLP, vulnerability management, forensics, malware analysis, device hardening).
• Ability to build scripts/tools to enhance threat detection and incident response (Python, PowerShell).
• Must possess a DOD Top Secret Clearance and IAT II level certification (CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP).
• Must maintain CNDSP/CSSP-IR and obtain a Computer Network Defense CE within six months of onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Participates in 24x7x365 monitoring of SIEM and cybersecurity tools to detect and respond to threats.
• Protects, monitors, detects, analyzes, and responds to unauthorized activity.
• Employs cybersecurity capabilities to respond to alerts and threats.
• Reviews logs for trends indicating attack or compromise.
• Monitors logs and traffic for APTs and slow-moving attacks.
• Maintains awareness of threats using OSINT and intel sources.
• Provides analysis and sustainment support for IA tools and defenses.

Skills

IT security experience

IAT II certification

Top Secret Clearance

Scripting (Python/PowerShell)

Security tools knowledge

Tools

Firewall

IDS/IPS

Host-based antivirus

Data loss prevention

Vulnerability management

Forensics

Malware analysis

Device hardening

Job description

Computer Network Defense Analyst (EAIRS)

Computer Network Defense Analyst - CND Analyst

Location: Fully On-site in Columbus, OH; Fort Belvoir, VA; Battle Creek, MI

Employment Type: Full-time.

Clearance Required: Active Top Secret

Shift/work hours: This position would be working on the 3rd shift - 10:30 pm -7:30 am.

Who we are:

Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. Founded in 1996, Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) has evolved into a company of highly qualified professionals that provides full-cycle IT consulting and Management support in both the private and public sectors.

Horizon’s culture is based on our core values, and we PRIDE ourselves on a diverse, employee- and family-centric approach.

Summary of requirements:

• 5 years relevant Cybersecurity/IT experience
• IAT II: One of the following
  • CCNA-Security; CySA+; GICSP; GSEC; Security+ CE; CND; SSCP
• CNDSP/CSSP-IR
• Must have one of the “Computer Network Defense” CE Certifications within six (6) months of onboarding.

What are we are looking for:

We are looking for a CND Analyst that will:

• Participates in 24x7x365 monitoring DLA's SIEM and other cybersecurity monitoring tools in an effort to detect and respond to cybersecurity threats within DLA's Enterprise Network Environment.
• Performs actions to protect, monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to unauthorized activity.
• Employs Cybersecurity capabilities and deliberate actions to respond to specific alerts or emerging threats.
• Reviews logged events for trends that are indicative of attack or compromise within the environment.
• Actively monitors logs and traffic for Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) and "low and slow" attacks within the environment.
• Maintains awareness of possible threats through the use of intelligence resources to include Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT).
• Provides technical analysis and sustainment support for the enterprise for IA tools and applications and assists with the application of Defense-In-Depth signatures and perimeter defense controls to diminish network threats.

Required Skills / Experience

• Five (5) years of relevant IT experience.
• Two (2) years performing root cause analysis of cybersecurity events and incidents
  • Working knowledge of at least at least two types of security tools:
    • Firewall
    • IDS/IPS
    • Host based antivirus
    • Data loss prevention
    • Vulnerability Management
    • Forensics
    • Malware Analysis
    • Device Hardening
  • Understanding of Defense-in-Depth
  • Ability to build scripts and tools to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities (Preferably in SPL, Python, PowerShell)
• Must possess a DOD Top Secret Clearance.
• Must possess a relevant certification meeting the DOD 8570.01 IAT level II. One of the following
  • CCNA-Security
  • CySA+
  • GICSP
  • GSEC
  • Security+ CE
  • CND
  • SSCP
• Must maintain CNDSP/CSSP-IR
• Must have one of the “Computer Network Defense” CE Certifications within six (6) months of onboarding.

Project Overview:

This project supports DLA Cybersecurity in performing CSSP functions for DLA to include but not limited to performing incident response and cybersecurity content development focused on but not limited to externally hosted programs and applications. Coordinates with DLA stakeholder groups to ensure incident handling is conducted across the enterprise to protect DLA data, networks, applications both internally and externally hosted in accordance with DoD directives.

Program Overview:

The JETS Program provides the full range of IT services, technical and management expertise that support applications, software, hardware, infrastructure, and systems, across the DLA IT Enterprise. Support is provided for information technology solutions, technical support, maintenance, and sustainment; operations support; application development, maintenance, and technical support; and lifecycle management. Additionally, the program also supports administrative program management support for IT program offices and DLA Information Operations (J6) Office. The program provides support technology services across the DLA Information Operations Enterprise, the DLA Program Executive Offices (PEO), and all other technology services currently supported through DLA Contracting Services Office (DCSO) acquisitions.

Why you will succeed at Horizon:

Horizon works at the forefront of new technologies and development practices and supports its employees in being trained and certified in the latest and greatest. As we continue to expand and grow the Horizon brand around the globe, we want to ensure that our team members are growing with us, as you are a vital part of our success story. This is a great opportunity for us to invest in our employees by supporting them with the right skills and tools to be successful in their careers.

You will find a career map with a focus on someone who wants to specialize in a technical track or a people management track. We will provide you with a series of personal and professional development opportunities to ensure you have the support and tools necessary to grow and achieve your goals. This includes personal career coaching and mentoring opportunities, among other initiatives.

Why you will love working with us/ Perks:

• A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
• a 401 (k) program where you are 100% vested from day one with an employer match after 90 days.
• An Educational Assistance program.
• a Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Time off
• Dynamics, a passionate, multi-disciplinary team of creative minds to work with, and many more.

Horizon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider allapplicants for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or nationalorigin.

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