Cyber Security Analyst

AECOM; Whitehall (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst to enhance their DISA GSM-O II program. The role involves thorough cyber threat analysis, incident response coordination, and teamwork in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates possess a strong cybersecurity foundation, certifications like DoD 8570 IAT Level II, and a commitment to excellence in a mission-driven company.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance required.
• 1+ years (Level I) or 3+ years (Level II) of relevant experience.
• Understanding of network threat life cycle and TTPs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review DoD and open-source intelligence for threats.
• Identify Indicators of Compromise and integrate into security systems.
• Triage alerts and assist junior team members with analysis.

Skills

Cyber threat intelligence analysis

Written and verbal communication

Network traffic analysis

Incident response

Malware analysis concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

CSSP-Analyst certification

Tools

SIEM solutions (e.g., Splunk)

Anti-Virus software

Job description

**Description**

The Leidos Digital Modernization sector is continuously looking for cleared Cyber Security Analysts who are interested in joining the DISA GSM-O II program. **We hire for these roles on an ongoing basis and our recruiting team will contact applicants as positions become available.**

**Unleash Your Potential**

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

We are in search of a Cybersecurity Analyst to join our task force in **Columbus, OH; Hill AFB, UT; and/or Scott AFB, IL.** As a valued member of the team, you are to perform cyber threat intelligence analysis, correlate actionable security events, perform network traffic analysis (using raw packet data), net flow, IDS, IPS, and custom sensor output as it pertains to the cyber security of communications networks, and participate in the coordination of resources during incident response efforts.

**The Challenge:**

+ Review DoD and open-source intelligence for threats.

+ Identify Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and integrate those into sensors and SIEMs.

+ Triage and review system alerts to identify malicious actors on customer networks.

+ Assist junior team members with triage and analysis.

+ Complete moderate-level analysis of potential cybersecurity events that could threaten IT Systems.

+ Report incidents to customers and USCYBERCOM.

+ Motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills.

+ Create complex technical reports on analytic findings.

**What Sets You Apart:**

+ Active DoD Top Secret Clearance

+ Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP-Analyst certifications

+ Education and experience as required per job level:

+ Level I: Bachelor's and 1+ years of relevant experience; additional relevant work experience and/or military service may be considered in lieu of degree

+ Level II: Bachelor's and 3+ years of relevant experience; additional relevant work experience and/or military service may be considered in lieu of degree

+ Demonstrated understanding of the life cycle of network threats, attacks, attack vectors, and methods of exploitation with an understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques, open-source, and procedures (TTPs).

+ Demonstrated understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements.

+ Experience and proficiency with any of the following: Anti-Virus, HIPS, ID/PS, Full Packet Capture, Host-Based Forensics, Network Forensics.

+ Experience with malware analysis concepts and methods.

+ Familiarity or experience in Intelligence Driven Defense.

+ Ability and willingness to perform rotating shift work (7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-7am)

+ Located within commuting distance (or able to self-relocate) to Hill AFB, UT; Scott AFB, IL; or Columbus, OH.

**You Might Also Have:**

+ Advanced certifications such as SANS GIAC/GCIA/GCIH, CISSP or CASP and/or SIEM-specific training and certification (Security+ CE, CISSP or equivalent).

+ Demonstrated commitment to training, self-study, and maintaining proficiency in the technical cyber security domain.

+ CND experience (Protect, Detect, Respond and Sustain) within a Computer Incident Response organization or Security Operations Center.

+ In-depth knowledge of architecture, engineering, and operations of at least one enterprise SIEM platform (e.g. Nitro/McAfee Enterprise Security Manager, ArcSight, QRadar, LogLogic, Splunk).

**Original Posting:**

April 21, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

**Pay Range:**

Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00157883

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.