Intrusion Analyst - Multiple Levels (TS/SCI with Polygraph required)

Red Alpha; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k contributions with immediate vesting

25 days of personal time off

100% health, dental, and vision insurance premiums

$5250 per year for ongoing education

Company branded merchandise allowance

Fun company events throughout the year

Job summary

Red Alpha is seeking skilled cybersecurity professionals located in Maryland, USA. The positions involve analyzing network data for malicious activity, implementing mitigation strategies, and requires various levels of experience and education.

With generous salary ranges from $80,000 to $215,000 based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance and retirement contributions, Red Alpha is committed to rewarding its members.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience for Level 1.
• 5+ years of relevant experience or 3+ years with a Master's for Level 2.
• 8+ years of relevant experience or 6+ years with a Master's for Level 3.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze digital network data for malicious activity.
• Categorize network traffic based on malicious behavior.
• Implement mitigation strategies against threats.

Skills

Malware analysis

Programming in C, C#, Java, Perl or Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Master's Degree

Tools

CISSP Certification

GIAC GREM Certification

CEH Certification

Job description

A day in the life

• Analyze target digital network data to discover, analyze, and document malicious or unauthorized activity using information collected from a variety of SIGINT and computer network defense resources
• Analyze metadata collected from tasked communications systems in order to identify, locate, and track targets, and to accurately report the intelligence gained from metadata analysis
• Categorize traffic as benign, suspicious, or malicious activity
• Document malicious tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies

What you bring to the table

• Level 1:
  • A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience in malware analysis
  • Programming experience in C, C#, Java, Perl or Python is preferred
  • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Level 2:
  • A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 5+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience
  • CISSP, CEH, Sec+, Net+, GIAC GREM and/or CREA Certification
  • Experience in malware analysis
  • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Level 3:
  • A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 8+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience
  • CISSP, CEH, Sec+, Net+, GIAC GREM and/or CREA Certification
  • Experience in malware analysis
  • An active US Government TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph

Bonus Skills

• Level 1:
  • CISSP, GIAC GREM or CREA Certification is preferred

The total package

Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mind with the intention to: reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as we continue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselves and their dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary and benefits such as health, life/disability, 401k, paid time off, professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit our benefits tab for additional information.

Salary Range

• Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience, actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself.
• Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for these positions are:
• Level 1: $80,000 - $125,000
• Level 2: $120,000 - $160,000
• Level 3: $140,000 - $180,000
• Level 4: $165,000 - $215,000

Some of our additional perks and benefits include

• Retire sooner than planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
• Have a career AND a life: Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
• Stay at your best: As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forge free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
• Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
• Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.
• Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!

Every day, our elite customers are pushing through "the grind" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as we bring digital transformation to the fight!