Cyber Investigations Analyst - Insider Threat & Forensics

Peraton; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Cyber Investigations Analyst for its Federal Strategic Cyber Group. This full-time, on-site position is based in Arlington, VA.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, along with cybersecurity certifications. Responsibilities include supporting cyber investigations, analyzing user behavior, and communicating findings to stakeholders.

The desired salary range for this role is between $80,000 and $128,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience, with 2 years in cybersecurity or investigations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for report production.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support Cyber Threat Investigations using UAM tools.
• Analyze user activity data to detect threats and policy violations.
• Communicate findings to technical and non-technical teams.
• Author detailed investigation reports documenting findings.
• Mentor junior team members on investigative techniques.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Digital Forensics

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

SIEM platforms

Digital forensics tools

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Cyber Investigations Analyst for its Federal Strategic Cyber Group. This full-time, on-site position is based in Arlington, VA.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, along with cybersecurity certifications. Responsibilities include supporting cyber investigations, analyzing user behavior, and communicating findings to stakeholders.

The desired salary range for this role is between $80,000 and $128,000, depending on qualifications and experience.