Cyber Analyst - Top Secret

Zachary Piper Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking Cyber Analysts (Tier 1-3) to enhance cybersecurity operations. The role involves monitoring security threats, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates will work in a dynamic environment, contributing to federal cybersecurity efforts with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k

Sick leave and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• 0-10 years of experience based on tier level.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity tools like RSA.
• Demonstrated expertise in monitoring and responding to security threats.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic and security events using Splunk and SCOM.
• Perform vulnerability scans and risk assessments.
• Strengthen incident response protocols and enhance threat detection capabilities.

Skills

Network traffic analysis

Incident response lifecycle

Threat detection/mitigation

Cybersecurity assessments

Tools

Splunk

Tenable

Nessus

RSA

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Analyst (Tier 1-3)

Company: Zachary Piper Solutions

Clearance: Top Secret

Location: Washington, DC

Compensation: Up to $175,000 based on experience

About Us: Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC is a trusted federal contractor specializing in cybersecurity operations, engineering, and compliance. We are seeking talented Cyber Analysts (Tier 1, 2, & 3) to bolster our organization's cybersecurity posture by conducting risk assessments, enhancing incident response strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Role Overview:

Cyber Analysts will play a critical role in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats. The position is tiered based on experience:

• Tier 1: 0-3 years of experience or demonstrated expertise
• Tier 2: 3-7 years of experience or demonstrated expertise
• Tier 3: 7-10 years of experience or demonstrated expertise

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic and security events using Splunk and SCOM to identify potential threats.
• Perform vulnerability scans and risk assessments utilizing Tenable and Nessus.
• Conduct log analysis with Splunk, Panorama, and Syslog to reconstruct security incident timelines.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity experts to exchange knowledge, recommendations, and best practices.
• Strengthen incident response protocols and enhance threat detection capabilities.
• Identify potential attack vectors by applying network operations expertise.
• Recommend improvements for threat intelligence collection to enhance cybersecurity operations.
• Analyze large datasets to detect risks and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Conduct feasibility assessments, requirements analysis, and develop solutions for application security.
• Design technical solutions independently and contribute to multidisciplinary team projects.
• Manage multiple priorities, ensuring deliverables are met effectively.
• Develop creative solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges in areas such as critical infrastructure security and industrial control system cybersecurity.
• Generate reports on security posture, incidents, and compliance.
• Maintain security vendor relationships and ensure contractual compliance.
• Provide cybersecurity training for domestic and international partners.
• Offer expertise in cybersecurity assessments and consulting for DOE/NNSA’s DNN.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with RSA and other cybersecurity tools.

Compensation:

• Competitive Salary Range: Up to $175,000 based on your experience and skills.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401k, sick leave, and holiday benefits.

This role provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in federal cybersecurity operations. Join our team and contribute to securing critical systems!

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