Cyber Defense Analyst (TS/SCI) – DoD Ops

JFL Consulting, LLC; Fort Belvoir, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health premiums

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Certification reimbursement

Online learning access

Job summary

JFL Consulting, LLC in Fort Belvoir, VA is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst (Operator) to join a team protecting critical DoD/IC networks. You will analyze operational traffic, identify vulnerabilities, coordinate remediation, and develop dashboards to support ongoing operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, TS/SCI clearance, strong Linux, SIEM, and threat-hunting skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field; related experience acceptable in lieu.
• IAT Level II and CSSP Auditor certifications required by DoDD 8570.01 plan.
• Experience with DoD and IC security operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced cyber analysis and formal reporting.
• Liaise between customers, stakeholders and technical SMEs.
• Provide technical insights and recommendations to customers.
• Collaborate with DoD leadership and authoritative SMEs.
• Offer recommendations on appropriate findings and fixes.

Skills

Security monitoring

Threat hunting

Packet analysis

Malware analysis

Signature development

Info Operations

Linux systems

Scripting (Perl/Python)

Firewalls

Networking fundamentals

DoD certification knowledge

Analytical communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science or engineering

Direct related operational experience may substitute

Job description

JFL Consulting, LLC in Fort Belvoir, VA is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst (Operator) to join a team protecting critical DoD/IC networks. You will analyze operational traffic, identify vulnerabilities, coordinate remediation, and develop dashboards to support ongoing operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, TS/SCI clearance, strong Linux, SIEM, and threat-hunting skills, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.