Intermediate Threat Hunt Analyst

Chenega Agile Real Time Solutions, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 103,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega MIOS in Washington, DC is seeking an Intermediate Threat Hunt Analyst to analyze detailed information on known and emerging APT actors, develop attack hypotheses, and conduct threat hunting using threat intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK, and related methods.

The role collaborates with threat intelligence services to identify TTPs, perform active hunts, reconstruct breach timelines, and maintain Threat Hunting SOPs across enterprise networks.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline; additional years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in threat hunting and threat analysis.
• Must be a US citizen.
• Background check with the ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance.
• Must be able to pass a Criminal and Financial Background Check prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Perform active hunt activities based on current cyber threat intelligence and the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
• Perform detailed analysis to reconstruct the series of events that led to a compromise or breach.
• Collaborate with cyber threat intelligence services to establish relevant tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Develop cyber hunt activities based on attack hypotheses to identify indications of potential compromise or breach.
• Possess advanced knowledge across various IT platforms to understand how attacks occur and what residual indicators might result.
• Receive and apply intelligence from threat intelligence, including IOCs and TTPs, to hunt for activity within networks.
• Develop, maintain, and update Threat Hunting Concept of Operations and SOP.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Threat hunting

Threat analysis

US citizenship

Top Secret Clearance

Threat intelligence collaboration

CompTIA PenTest+

CompTIA CySA+

EC-Council CEH

Education

BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline

Job description

Summary

Intermediate Threat Hunt Analyst

Washington, D.C.

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!

Chenega Systems (CS) provides federal agencies empowered solutions in Cybersecurity and Data Visualization. Our Subject Matter Experts offer decades of experience working in the federal marketplace and the data visualization environment.

The Intermediate Threat Hunt Analyst is responsible for analyzing detailed information and intelligence on known and emerging Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) and cybercriminal actors to develop attack hypotheses; working collaboratively and leveraging cyber threat intelligence, penetration testing, and other valuable analysis, sensing, and warning information.

Responsibilities

• Perform active hunt activities based on current cyber threat intelligence and the MITRE ATT&CK Framework


• Perform detailed analysis to reconstruct the series of events that led to a compromise or breach


• Collaborate with cyber threat intelligence services to establish relevant tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for prioritized cyber actors identified in the threat model


• Develop cyber hunt activities based on attack hypotheses to identify indications of potential compromise or breach


• Possess advanced knowledge across various IT platforms to understand how attacks occur and what residual indicators might result


• Receive and apply intelligence from threat intelligence, including IOCs and TTPs, to hunt for activity within networks


• Develop, maintain, and update Threat Hunting Concept of Operations and SOP.


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline. Additional years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree.


• 5+ years of experience in threat hunting and threat analysis


• Must be a US citizen


• Background check with the ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance


• Must be able to pass a Criminal and Financial Background Check prior to starting

Preferred Qualifications:

• CompTIA PenTest+, CompTIA CySA+, EC-Council CEH, or similar level certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and experience with the MITRE ATT&CK Framework


• Experience conducting threat-hunting activities in an enterprise environment

How you’ll grow

At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn.

We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.

Benefits

At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.

Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.

Chenega MIOS’s culture

Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.

Corporate citizenship

Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.

Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world.

Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/

Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team

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Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com

Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/

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Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $103,400.00/Yr. Up to USD $123,000.00/Yr.