Cybersecurity Defense Analyst

Invictus International Consulting, LLC.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus International Consulting, LLC in Colorado Springs seeks a Cybersecurity Defense Analyst to monitor networks, triage alerts, and document investigations using enterprise telemetry and SOC runbooks.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI polygraph, DoD 8570 IAM II/IAT II certification, and at least two years of relevant experience; it also demands knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S and SIEM/endpoint security tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of substitution in a technical discipline, plus two years of relevant experience
• Foundational knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, authentication, operating systems, and common enterprise security concepts; DoD environment preferred
• Current DoD 8570 IAM II or IAT II certification; TS/SCI clearance required or ability to obtain

Responsibilities

• Perform continuous monitoring and initial alert triage under SOC procedures and analyst runbooks
• Analyze logs and network activity to identify anomalous or malicious behavior and document findings
• Perform cyber defense incident triage, validation, enrichment, and escalation as needed
• Document actions, evidence, findings, and escalation rationale; maintain case turnover readiness
• Escalate activity exceeding procedures or increasing risk; participate in training and qualification activities

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

HTTP/S

Authentication

Operating systems

SIEM

Security monitoring

Network analysis

Endpoint security

Documentation

8570 IAM II

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

SIEM systems

EDR tools

Job description

Title:

Cybersecurity Defense Analyst

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO

Clearance:

TS/SCI with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Job Details:

• Perform continuous monitoring and initial alert triage under established SOC procedures and analyst runbooks
• Perform cyber defense monitoring and analysis using security information from enterprise systems, networks, security sensors, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention technologies, endpoint sources, and other available telemetry
• Analyze log files and network activity to identify anomalous or malicious behavior, determine potential security impact, and document investigative findings in the authorized case or ticketing system
• Perform cyber defense incident triage, including validation, enrichment, determination of scope, urgency, potential impact, and appropriate escalation
• Conduct basic enrichment of alerts using available asset, user, network, vulnerability, and threat information before escalation
• Accurately document actions, evidence, findings, and escalation rationale; maintain awareness of open cases and shift-turnover requirements
• Escalate activity that exceeds established procedures or indicates increased risk, broader scope, or potential incident impact
• Participate in training, exercises, and qualification activities to build proficiency across SOC tools and investigative methods

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in a technical discipline applicable to the position; an additional 4 years of may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience in addition to education level
• Foundational knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, authentication, operating systems, and common enterprise security concepts
• Experience with SIEM, security monitoring, network analysis, endpoint security, or comparable cyber defense tools is desired
• Ability to follow technical procedures, document findings clearly, and communicate effectively in a high-tempo operational environment
• Must possess current DoD 8570 IAT II or IAM II certification
• Experience working in a DoD or IC environment desired
• Current active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled