Cyber Security Analyst

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks a Cyber Threat Analyst in Vicksburg, MS to monitor, analyze, and report cyber events. You will work with CND Incident Responders and Cybersecurity Engineers to identify anomalous activity and warn of threats against DoD information systems.

Required BS in CS, Security+ and CEH within 90 days, 5 years Linux/Networking, 3 years in IDS/IPS, malware tools experience, and strong Python/C/C++ skills. Clear communication is essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field is required.
• CompTIA Security+ certificate required; CEH within 90 days of starting.
• 5 years Linux/Networking; 3 years IDS/IPS & HBSS; 2 years malware tools.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C/C++ (2+ years).
• Proficient with MS Office; strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and perform initial analysis on warning intelligence information.
• Identify potential impact via IOC analysis and develop countermeasures.
• Evaluate IOCs and investigate for connections to CNE groups.
• Assist customers in mitigating cyber-attacks by sharing defensive measures.

Skills

Python programming

C/C++ programming

Public speaking

Communication

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

IDA Pro

Cuckoo Sandbox

OllyDbg

Job description

Overview

Bowhead seeks an experienced Cyber Threat Analyst to join our team in Vicksburg, MS. The Cyber Security Analyst will be responsible for monitoring, tracking and reporting relevant events, types and sources to the correct departments. This highly skilled individual will work in various capacities alongside Computer Network Defense (CND) Incident Responders and Cybersecurity Engineers. The Cyber Threat Analyst will be responsible for applying technical and functional expertise to collect, normalize and characterize cyber incident and event data to identify anomalous or malicious activity including intrusions, attacks, data loss or other prohibited activities. The Cyber Threat Analyst will analyze and correlate incidents and events that may involve foreign intelligence entities and warn of anticipated hostile attacks against DoD information systems or networks.

Responsibilities

• Receive and initial analysis on warning intelligence information and proper sharing of intelligence notifications, notes and reports with customers.
• Identify potential impact to customers by analysis of intelligence reports, forensic reports and reverse engineering of malware reports to determine associated indicators of compromise (IOC's) and using the IOCs to develop and distribute countermeasures to detect and prevent identified threats.
• Evaluation of IOCs from incidents to determine association with known computer network exploitation (CNE) groups and thoroughly investigate the IOCs for other infrastructure possibly related to the CNE teams (domain registration, IP ownership, VPN infrastructure, strains of malware, etc.) for the possible addition of proactive defensive measures.
• Will assist customers in preventing or mitigating the potential impact of cyber-attacks by developing, distributing and sharing countermeasures that may impact networks and information systems with peer DCO organizations and customers.

Qualifications

• A BS degree in Computer Science or related field is required
• Must have a minimum of a CompTIA Security+ certificate to start-will be required to obtain a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certificate within 90 days of starting
• A minimum of five (5) years of Linux and Networking experience, three (3) years' experience with IDS, IPS and Host Based Security Solutions and two (2) years of experience with malware analysis tools (such as IDA Pro, Cuckoo Sandbox, OllyDbg) is required
• Must have demonstrable, strong programming skills-specifically in Python and C/C++ 2+ years of Python programming experience
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively, interpret regulatory guidance and identified vulnerabilities to a wide audience
• Presentation and strong public speaking skills are required
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level.

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status EOE/D/V. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and subject to other state and federal requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity posters here .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

ID 2026-26494

Category Cybersecurity/Information Security

Location : Location US-MS-Vicksburg

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement Less than 10%