Cyber Network Defense Analyst II – Incident Response

Nightwing; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing in Arlington, VA is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst to support U.S. Government incident response for cyber-attacks. Responsibilities include network traffic analysis, incident documentation, and threat identification. Candidates should have a BS in Computer Science or related fields and 5+ years of experience in cyber defense analysis. Active TS/SCI clearance is required. The role values collaboration and innovative problem-solving within a talented team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber defense analysis using leading-edge technologies.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience reading and interpreting signatures (e.g., Snort).

Responsibilities

• Characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalies.
• Document and escalate incidents affecting the environment.
• Provide daily summary reports of network events and analysis.

Skills

Cyber defense analysis

Packet-level analysis

Incident handling methodologies

Trend analysis

Python programming

Education

BS Computer Science

Cyber Security or related degree

Tools

Snort

Carnegie Mellon SiLK tool suite

Job description

Nightwing in Arlington, VA is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst to support U.S. Government incident response for cyber-attacks. Responsibilities include network traffic analysis, incident documentation, and threat identification. Candidates should have a BS in Computer Science or related fields and 5+ years of experience in cyber defense analysis. Active TS/SCI clearance is required. The role values collaboration and innovative problem-solving within a talented team environment.