Cyber Threat Analyst

Digitailor; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TechSur Solutions is seeking a Cyber Threat Analyst to support judiciary Technology Security Operations (TSO) in Reston, VA. The role requires planning, developing, and implementing security solutions for government customers, with an emphasis on risk management and incident response.

Candidates should have 3+ years in information security/compliance, strong knowledge of NIST/FISMA/CIS controls, and experience with SIEM and vulnerability management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in compliance analysis or information security.
• Strong understanding of federal security frameworks (NIST, FedRAMP, FISMA, ISO 27001, CIS).
• Experience with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with SIEM, endpoint protection, access control, and vulnerability management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, policy documentation, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Security Monitoring: continuously monitor networks, systems, and apps for breaches using SIEM/EDR/firewalls.
• Threat Detection: analyze alerts and logs to identify threats or vulnerabilities.
• Incident Response: assist in investigating alerts, containment, and documenting findings.
• Vulnerability Management: perform regular assessments and report risks.
• Security Audits: participate in internal/external audits for compliance.
• Security Reporting: generate reports on incidents, vulnerabilities, and metrics.
• Access Control Review: review and adjust access controls for proper data access.
• Policy Adherence: ensure security policies and procedures are followed and updated.
• Collaboration with IT: partner with IT/dev teams on patching and secure config.
• Threat Intelligence: stay informed on threats and share intel with the team.

Skills

Threat analysis

Compliance analysis

GRC tools

Security reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information security

Risk management

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint protection

Access control

Vulnerability management

Job description

Company Description TechSur Solutions is a growing federal IT services company delivering technology solutions to government customers. We are committed to building a collaborative, high-performing workplace where employees feel supported, engaged, and empowered to succeed. Job Description Job Description We are seeking a skilled Cyber Threat Analyst to support the judiciary’s Technology Security Operations (TSO). The selected candidate will be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing enterprise information security solutions that address both current and emerging security challenges. This role requires expertise in enterprise-scale security problem-solving, security product analysis, and risk management. Job Responsibilities Security Monitoring: Continuously monitor networks, systems, and applications for signs of security breaches using security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, EDR, etc). Threat Detection: Analyze security alerts, log data, and network traffic to identify potential threats or vulnerabilities. Incident Response: Assist in responding to security incidents by investigating alerts, containing threats, and documenting findings. Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and report on the risks and weaknesses in systems and applications. Security Audits: Participate in internal and external security audits to assess compliance with security policies and industry regulations. Security Reporting: Generate reports on security incidents, vulnerabilities, and key security metrics to share with the security team and management. Access Control Review: Review and recommend adjustments to access controls to ensure users have appropriate access to systems and data. Policy and Procedure Adherence: Ensure adherence to organizational security policies and procedures, providing input for updates and improvements when necessary. Collaboration with IT Teams: Work closely with IT and development teams to identify and resolve security issues, including patch management and secure configuration. Threat Intelligence: Stay informed about emerging security threats and vulnerabilities and share relevant threat intelligence with the security team.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Qualifications 3+ years of experience in compliance analysis, information security, or related fields. Strong understanding of federal security frameworks (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP, FISMA, ISO 27001, CIS controls). Experience in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and methodologies. Familiarity with security technologies such as SIEM, endpoint protection, access control, and vulnerability management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create policy documentation and reports. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Experience

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, or GIAC.
• Experience with cloud security and compliance (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with federal judiciary security policies and risk management frameworks.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, risk management, or a related field. Years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree Additional Information

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