Cyber Security Analyst, Senior (High Level Clearance Required)

ICF; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF seeks an experienced Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support the research and development of new cyber analytic capabilities for protecting U.S. networks and critical information systems.

The successful cleared candidate will contribute to a large federal cyber security analytic program and gain exposure to attacker techniques, vulnerabilities, and actors as part of defense initiatives. As a Senior Analyst, you will collaborate with customers, developers, and researchers to evolve,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years, OR Master’s degree with 10+ years in IT, Cyber, or related field, OR equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of Cyber Security experience (e.g., Threat Hunt, Incident Response, Investigations, Technical Reporting).
• 5 years of experience using network security analysis/IDS tools.
• 5+ years of experience with packet capture and NetFlow data and knowledge of current threats.

Responsibilities

• Augment operational cyber analysts as a consultant for detection/threat hunting.
• Advise on data preparation, techniques, visualizations, and analytics.
• Assess current cyber tools usage and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Identify tools/processes to support needs and translate to functional requirements.
• Provide ad-hoc training to cyber analyst teams on tools and processes.
• Identify training gaps and approaches to improve tool and data use.
• Participate in post-engagement reviews and lessons learned.
• Communicate progress and challenges to leadership.

Skills

Threat Hunt

Incident Response

Network security analysis

Data visualization

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years

Master’s degree with 10+ years

Tools

Kibana

Splunk

SQL

KQL

Job description

ICF seeks an experienced Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support the research and development of new cyber analytic capabilities that will help the US protect and defend its networks and critical information systems. The successful cleared candidate will act as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support a large federal cyber security analytic program. Your work will contribute to the knowledge of how cyber-attacks work, how vulnerabilities are exploited, and the way hostile cyber actors operate. Utilize your skills to help experiment and prototype future cyber capabilities for implementation at large-scale.

As the Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you will work with our customers, developers, and researchers to evolve, automate, and enhance cybersecurity capabilities in defense or federal agencies. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project from its beginning, work with the latest and emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF!

What You Will Be Doing:

• Augment operational cyber analysts and act as a consultant for detection and/or threat hunting
• Advise on data preparation, implementation of techniques, visualizations, and employment of analytics developed by ICF and customer partners
• Assess current use of cyber tools by analysts and assess whether efficiencies can be made via alternate use of current, or adoption of alternate tools
• Problem-solve by identifying potential tools/processes to support needs, capturing areas of improvement that can be translated into functional requirements for future planning
• Provide ad-hoc training to cyber analyst teams on tools that support or enhance current processes
• Identify areas of technical training gaps and proposed approaches to methods (hands on, online modules, etc.) to improve the use of tools and data in support of the cybersecurity mission.
• Participate in post-engagement review
• Effectively communicate with leadership to ensure awareness of progress, challenges

What You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years, OR Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience in IT, Cyber, or related field, OR equivalent in work experience and specialized training.
• Position requires a minimum of 5 years of Cyber Security experience (e.g., Threat Hunt, Incident Response, Investigations, Technical Reporting, etc.)
• 5 years of experience using network security analysis/IDS tools
• 5 or more years of experience analyzing packet capture and NetFlow data with an understanding of current cyber threats and trend derived from multiple sources (e.g., open-source, intelligence products, etc.)
• 5 or more years of experience with different types of Malware including detection methods, attack vectors, and vulnerabilities used
• Experience with query languages (e.g., SQL, KQL, etc.)
• Experience developing advanced dashboards (e.g., Kibana, Splunk, etc.)
• Experience with different cybersecurity frameworks and knowledge bases to identify tactics, techniques, and procedures of known actors
• 5 or more years of Leadership experience
• Active high-level security clearance required as part of client contract requirement
• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients in order to explain and elaborate on technical details
• Practical experience with different scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, etc.)
• Practical experience with the Databricks Intelligence Platform
• Experience with system vulnerability assessments
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows operating systems security
• Knowledge of computer programming and scripting languages
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) experience
• CompTIA Security+ or higher certification level preferred

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals withsincerely heldreligious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email [e-mail] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rightsor our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate orassistwith responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place tomaintainthe integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodationthat involves the use of AI. Ifsuch anaccommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. Weare dedicated to providingthe necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

- There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$108,476.00 - $184,409.00

Virginia Client Office (VA88)