Cyber Threat Hunter

CACI International Inc; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a Cyber Threat Hunter to join NGA operations. The role will proactively hunt for indicators of compromise, analyze hosts, networks, and processes, and collaborate with multiple teams to improve security posture.

Applicants must hold TS/SCI with polygraph or obtain within 6 months, with IAT III and CSSP certifications or within 90 days. Up to 10% travel locally may be required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph or must obtain within 6 months of start date.
• IAT Level III and CSSP Analyst Certification or can obtain within 90 days; if unavailable, depart the program.

Responsibilities

• Proactively search for indicators of compromise and anomalous behavior.
• Work hunt missions independently through completion.
• Assess data from multiple sources to identify suspicious activity.
• Augment identification and tracking of incidents.
• Create, update, and document tickets in the ticketing system.
• Provide input to daily/weekly reports and status updates.
• Collaborate with threat intel, countermeasure, and other teams to improve security posture.
• Conduct host, network, and process analyses on Windows and Linux.
• Assess technical data to locate intrusions and unauthorized activity.
• Create reports detailing actions, findings, and recommendations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma with experience

Bachelor’s degree with experience

Master’s degree with experience

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Threat Hunter

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

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The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a cyber threat hunter to join our team in supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). This role will proactively search for indicators of compromise on NGA systems and networks. You will conduct host, network and process analysis to identify potential intrusions through planned hunt missions in support of defensive cyber operations at NGA. You will create impact by providing recommendations based on findings to improve the cybersecurity posture of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Proactively search for and identify indicators of compromise and anomalous behavior.
• Work hunt missions independently through completion.
• Assess data from multiple sources and navigate the cyber terrain to identify suspicious behavior.
• Augment identification and tracking of incidents.
• Create, update, and document tickets in the authorized ticketing system.
• Provide input to the daily significant activity report, the daily operations update, and the weekly status report.
• Work together with the cyber threat intelligence team, countermeasure development team, and other teams to improve organizational security posture.
• Conduct host (Windows and Linux), network, and process analysis.
• Assess and validate technical data to locate potential adversary intrusions and unauthorized activity.
• Create reports detailing actions taken during hunt missions, findings, and recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph or must obtain a polygraph within 6 months of start date
• High school diploma and at least 10 years of relevant experience, bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree with at least four years of relevant experience
• Possess both IAT Level III and CSSP Analyst Certification or can obtain within 90 days of start date. If you are unable to obtain the required certification(s) within the 90-day timeframe, you will be asked to depart the program.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$75,200-$158,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.