DoD Cyber Defense Analyst — 24/7 Network Security (Secret)

The Newberry Group; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement savings accounts

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Newberry Group is hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Cyber Network Defense Operation at Scott Air Force Base, IL. This role involves threat analysis, incident response, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Candidates must have a DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Preferred qualifications include hands-on experience with logs and SIEM platforms. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement savings, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required, with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher.
• Experience working independently and within teams.

Responsibilities

• Investigate alerts from endpoints and other data sources.
• Analyze log files to support incident investigations.
• Report security incidents to relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Packet analysis

Incident response

Problem-solving skills

Network defense strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SIEM/SOAR platform

Network Forensics tools

Job description

The Newberry Group is hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst to support the Cyber Network Defense Operation at Scott Air Force Base, IL. This role involves threat analysis, incident response, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Candidates must have a DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Preferred qualifications include hands-on experience with logs and SIEM platforms. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement savings, and paid time off.