Entry-Level Cyber Defense Forensics Analyst

Accenture; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is hiring an entry-level Forensics Specialist to join our Cyber Defense Forensics team supporting a federal agency. You will assist with endpoint and network forensic analyses, malware characterization, and incident reporting under mentor guidance.

Ideal candidates have a background in UNIX/Linux or network administration, one programming language, and familiarity with forensic tools. Growth path includes Tier 2/3 responsibilities in a mission-critical setting.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship; BS degree (or 4 years of additional experience as substitute)
• 1 year of professional experience in network or UNIX/Linux system administration, software engineering, software development, and/or a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP protocols, security methodologies, and experience configuring technical security solutions.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language, familiarity with reverse engineering tools and open-source computer forensic tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct endpoint and network-based digital forensic analysis in support of Cyber Defense Forensics or Insider Threat investigations, under supervision.
• Leverage commercially available and open-source forensic tools to perform forensic analysis tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Assist with maintaining the SOC's forensics lab equipment, including imaging stations and forensic workstations.
• Assist with performing static and dynamic file analysis to identify malware characteristics, intent, and origin.
• Support categorizing, prioritizing, and reporting on security events in accordance with established forensics SOPs.
• Assist with performing antivirus scans on maintenance software files prior to use on the enterprise network.
• Support pre- and post-travel scans of agency-issued laptops and mobile devices for authorized personnel travel.
• Document findings clearly and accurately in case notes and draft sections of formal investigation reports for senior review.

Skills

Network administration

UNIX/Linux

Programming language

Reverse engineering tools

Open-source forensic tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT/Cybersecurity or related

Tools

FTK

EnCase

Cellebrite

Job description

Accenture Federal Services is hiring an entry-level Forensics Specialist to join our Cyber Defense Forensics team supporting a federal agency. You will assist with endpoint and network forensic analyses, malware characterization, and incident reporting under mentor guidance.

Ideal candidates have a background in UNIX/Linux or network administration, one programming language, and familiarity with forensic tools. Growth path includes Tier 2/3 responsibilities in a mission-critical setting.