Cyber Technical Analyst Advisor with Security Clearance

Cornerstone Defense; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Travel Assistance

Referral Program

Job summary

Cornerstone Defense is seeking a Cyber Technical Analyst Advisor in Chantilly, VA to conduct cyber intrusion investigations and analyze security trends. You will design technical solutions and contribute to threat assessments, leveraging scripting and ML techniques to improve defense postures.

The role requires active TS/SCI with polygraph, 8–10 years of related experience, and a BA/BS or equivalent. You’ll work on end-to-end cybersecurity initiatives within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent experience required.
• 8–10 years of cybersecurity experience.
• Experience with AI/ML processes and model evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cyber intrusion investigations.
• Review and analyze cybersecurity trends.
• Provide technical solutions for defense posts.
• Create data visualizations to inform decisions.

Skills

Cybersecurity

AI/ML processes

Scripting

Python

Data Visualization

Networks

Threat Analysis

Vulnerability Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Custom toolsets

Job description

Title: Cyber Technical Analyst Advisor

Location: Chantilly, VA

• Clearance:
• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph needed to apply
• Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Realizing early on that our most prized assets are our employees, we continually focus our attention on improving the overall work/life experience they have supporting the mission. Our Team is pushed every day to use their industry leading knowledge to provide end-to-end solutions to combat our nation's toughest and most secure problems. If you are looking for a place to not only be professionally challenged, but encouraged and supported by a company that cares, don't look any further than Cornerstone Defense.
• Benefits Overview : Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Generous PTO Policy
• 401(k)
• HSA and FSA options
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Training
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Referral Program
• Leads Generation Program
• CollegeAmerica 529
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Travel Assistance
• Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions
• Life Planning Financial & Legal Services
• Tasks: Cyber intrusion investigations Review and analysis of cyber security trends Technical solutioning
• Requirements: Strong understanding of cybersecurity Familiarity with custom toolsets Understanding of computer networks and vulnerabilities analysis Previous experience with AI/ML solutioning Demonstrated ability to create custom scripts Creation of data visualizations Key Skills: Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and ability to provide assessments. Understanding of ML/AI processes and be able to evaluate the efficiency of models Understanding of networks and various networking architectures Scripting ability to be able to manipulate and parse through unstructured and structured datasets (Powershell, Python, SQL) Proficiency in visualizations Familiarity with sponsor tools Desired Skills: Ability to convey technical topics or conclusions to audiences of varying technical literacy Previous experience analyzing Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) actors Experience working with AI/ML processes and assessing model efficiency Education Requirement
• BA/BS (or equivalent experience)
• 8-10 years of experience