Host Forensics Analyst

Solutions³ LLC; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Solutions³ LLC in Arlington is seeking a Host Based Systems Analyst IV to provide cybersecurity analysis and response. The role involves leading forensic teams, technical assistance on data collection, and writing reports on findings.

Applicants must possess a BS in a relevant field and TS/SCI clearance. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with cyber forensic investigations and must demonstrate the ability to collaborate across locations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations.
• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability prior to starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Federal leads overseeing forensic teams during onsite engagements.
• Write in-depth reports and provide quality assurance reviews.
• Mentor junior personnel in forensic analysis and data collection.

Skills

Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of computer systems

Able to write cyber investigative reports

Experience with analysis and characterization of cyber attacks

Knowledge of system and application security threats

Education

BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related degree

Tools

EnCase

FTK

SIFT

WireShark

Splunk

Job description

Host Based Systems Analyst IV

Solutions3 LLC provides remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid onsite incident response, and immediate investigation and resolution using host-based and network-based cybersecurity analysis capabilities.

We are seeking experienced Host Forensics Analysts to provide front line response for digital forensics/incident response (DFIR) and proactively hunting for malicious cyber activity.

Eligibility

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability prior to starting employment
• 8+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading edge technologies and industry standard forensic tools

Responsibilities

• Assisting Federal leads with overseeing and leading forensic teams at onsite engagements by coordinating data collection/acquisition operations
• Providing technical assistance on data collection techniques and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessary
• Writing in-depth reports, supports with peer reviews and provides quality assurance reviews for junior personnel
• Supporting forensic analysis and mentoring/providing guidance to others on data collection, analysis, and reporting in support of onsite engagements
• Assisting with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigation
• Planning, coordinating, and directing the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer systems and digital artifacts
• Distilling analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports
• Serving as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explaining investigation details to include forensic methodologies and protocols
• Tracking and documenting on-site incident response activities and providing updates to leadership throughout the engagement
• Evaluating, extracting, and analyzing suspected malicious code

Required Skills

• Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of computer systems (forensic images)
• Able to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings
• Experience with the analysis and characterization of cyber attacks
• Experience with proper digital asset collection and preservation procedures and chain of custody protocols
• Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages
• Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
• Knowledgeable in proactive analysis of systems and networks, to include creating trust levels of critical resources
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations

Desired Skills

• Experience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools: EnCase, FTK, SIFT, X-Ways, Volatility, WireShark, Sleuth Kit/ Autopsy, Snort, Splunk or other EDR Tools (Crowdstrike, Carbon Black, Etc)
• Proficiency with conducting all-source research

Desired Certifications

• One or more of the following certifications: GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP

Required Education

BS Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma and 10+ years of host or digital forensics experience