Cyber Security Analyst

VAE, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VAE, Inc. in the Washington, DC area seeks a Cyber Security Analyst to support the DISA GSMO-II program, delivering 24x7 monitoring, threat analysis, and incident response coordination for DoD networks above SECRET.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of experience, DoD 8570 IAT II and CSSP-A certifications (or equivalent), US citizenship, and TS clearance with SCI eligibility. Strong TCP/IP/network analysis and SIEM skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience; degree substitutions may be accepted
• Understanding of TCP/IP, ports, protocols, OSI model, and defense-in-depth
• Ability to create complex technical reports on analytic findings
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification required prior to starting
• DoD 8570 CSSP-A or equivalent within 180 days of hire
• Must be a U.S. citizen with TS clearance eligibility
• Willingness to perform shift work
• Experience with incident response and security operations

Responsibilities

• Provide 24x7 cybersecurity monitoring and analysis for DoD networks above the SECRET level
• Correlate security events and perform real-time threat intelligence analysis
• Analyze network traffic with packet capture and SIEM tools
• Coordinate resources during incident response
• Collaborate with the DISA GSMO-II program team

Skills

US Citizenship

Shift work

Analytical troubleshooting

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

DoD 8570 IAT Level II

DoD 8570 CSSP-A

Tools

Splunk

Suricata

Zeek

Full Packet Capture

Job description

OVERVIEW

VAE, Inc. is a full service IT Infrastructure Solutions Company focused on building, securing and supporting our clients’ mission critical enterprises. We provide a distinctive array of design, integration and implementation services as well as fully managed service offerings. VAE is at the forefront of leveraging multi-tenant capable technologies and shared IT services to create secure, reliable and cost-effective end-to-end services and solutions. We deliver exceptional infrastructure solutions with extremely talented employees using a client-focused partnering approach.

VAE, Inc. is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to support the DISA GSMO-II program in the Washington, DC area. This position provides 24x7 cybersecurity monitoring and analysis services for Department of Defense networks above the SECRET level, including real-time cyber threat intelligence analysis, correlation of actionable security events, network traffic analysis using raw packet data, and participation in the coordination of resources during the incident response process.

JOB TYPE

Full-time

LOCATION

Rosslyn, VA, US (Primary)

JOB DESCRIPTION

VAE, Inc. is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to support the DISA GSMO-II program in the Washington, DC area. This position provides 24x7 cybersecurity monitoring and analysis services for Department of Defense networks above the SECRET level, including real-time cyber threat intelligence analysis, correlation of actionable security events, network traffic analysis using raw packet data, and participation in the coordination of resources during the incident response process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of prior relevant experience; additional work experience or cyber courses/certifications may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Demonstrated understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, the OSI model, defense-in-depth, and common security elements
• Motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to create complex technical reports on analytic findings
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification (such as CompTIA Security+ CE, ISC2 SSCP, or SANS GSEC) prior to starting
• DoD 8570 CSSP-A level certification (such as CEH, CySA+, or GCIA) or other qualifying certification required within 180 days of hire
• Demonstrated commitment to training, self-study, and maintaining proficiency in the technical cybersecurity domain, with the ability to think and work independently
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Willingness to perform shift work
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active DoD TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CND experience (Protect, Detect, Respond, and Sustain) within a Computer Incident Response organization
• Demonstrated understanding of the life cycle of network threats, attacks, attack vectors, and methods of exploitation, with an understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Advanced understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, the OSI model, defense-in-depth, and common security elements
• Experience with development and incorporation of AI and automation tools into incident response processes
• Demonstrated hands-on experience analyzing high volumes of logs and network data (e.g., Splunk, Suricata, Zeek, Full Packet Capture) and other attack artifacts in support of incident investigations
• In-depth knowledge of the architecture, engineering, and operations of at least one enterprise SIEM platform (e.g., Splunk ES, Elastic)
• Experience and proficiency with any of the following: Splunk, Suricata, Zeek, Full Packet Capture, Network Forensics, Endpoint Detection and Response, Corelight, Elastic
• Experience with malware analysis concepts and methods
• Unix/Linux command line experience
• Scripting and/or programming experience to write Suricata and Zeek rule sets
• Familiarity or experience with Intelligence Driven Defense, MITRE ATT&CK, and/or the Cyber Kill Chain methodology

CLEARANCE LEVEL

TSSCI

CERTIFICATIONS

8570 IAT Level II or higher certification. DOD 8570 CSSP-A Level Cert required within 180 days of hi

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

VAE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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