Network Based Systems Analyst IV

ARSIEM; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ARSIEM is seeking a Network Forensics Cybersecurity Analyst to support a government client in Arlington, VA. The role requires coordinating incident response activities, analyzing anomalous network activity, and interfacing with on-site personnel to deliver actionable recommendations.

The candidate will leverage abundant experience in network forensics, CND policies, and SIEM tools to reconstruct attacks, identify weaknesses, and provide threat intelligence to the client and project teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or related field; or HS Diploma with 10+ years of network investigations experience.
• 8+ years of directly relevant experience in network investigations.
• In-depth knowledge of CND policies, procedures, and regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of standard protocols – ICMP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSH, SMTP, SMB, NFS, TCP/IP.
• Substantial knowledge of Splunk (or other SIEMs).
• Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK.
• Knowledge of defense-in-depth principles and general attack stages with respect to network security architecture.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Government lead in coordinating teams in preliminary incident response investigations.
• Assists the Government lead with interfacing with the customer while on site.
• Determines appropriate courses of actions in response to identified and analyses anomalous network activity.
• Assesses network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations.
• Assists with the writing and publishing of Computer Network Defense guidance and reports on incident findings.

Skills

Network investigations

CND knowledge

Splunk

Wireshark

Threat analysis

Network traffic analysis

Education

BS in Computer Science / Cyber Security / Computer Engineering

HS Diploma with 10+ years of experience

Tools

Splunk

Wireshark

Job description

About ARSIEM Corporation

At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. Weprovide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEMhas an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support.

As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting-edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients.That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with.

ARSIEM is looking for a Network Forensics Cybersecurity Analyst. This position will support one of our Government clients in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Government lead in coordinating teams in preliminary incident response investigations
• Assists the Government lead with interfacing with the customer while on site
• Determines appropriate courses of actions in response to identified and analyses anomalous network activity
• Assesses network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations
• Assists with the writing and publishing of Computer Network Defense guidance and reports on incident findings to appropriate constituencies
• Collects network intrusion artifacts (e.g., PCAP, domains, URI’s, certificates, etc.) and uses discovered data to enable mitigation of potential Computer Network Defense incidents
• Analyzes identified malicious network activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, effects on system and information
• Assists with real-time CND incident handling (i.e., forensic collections, intrusion correlation and tracking, threat analysis, and advising on system remediation) tasks to support onsite engagements
• Provide technical briefings as required

Minimum Qualifications

• BS Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma & 10+ years of network investigations experience.
• 8+ years of directly relevant experience in network investigations
• In-depth knowledge of CND policies, procedures, and regulations
• In-depth knowledge of standard protocols – ICMP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSH, SMTP, SMB, NFS, TCP/IP
• In-depth knowledge and experience of Wifi networking
• In-depth knowledge and experience of network topologies, DMZs, WANs, etc.
• Substantial knowledge of Splunk (or other SIEMs)
• Understanding of MITRE Adversary Tactics, Techniques and Common Knowledge (ATT&CK)
• Knowledge of Computer Network Defense policies, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledge of defense-in-depth principles and general attack stages with respect to network security architecture
• Ability to characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to network resources
• Ability to identify and analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata
• Experience with reconstructing a malicious attack or activity based on network traffic
• Experience examining network topologies to understand data flows through the network
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Substantial knowledge of network device integrity concepts and methodologies
• Proficiency with network analysis software (e.g., Wireshark)
• Proficiency with carving and extracting information from PCAP data
• Proficiency with non-traditional network traffic (e.g., Command and Control)
• Proficiency with preserving evidence integrity according to standard operating procedures or national standards
• Proficiency with virtualized environments
• DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II, IASAE II, CSSP Analyst, GCIA, GCIH, CSSP Analyst/CSSP Incident Responder, CEH
• SANS GIAC GNFA preferred

Clearance Requirement : This position requires an Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability.

Candidate Referral : Do you know someone who would be GREAT at this role? If you do, ARSIEM has a way for you to earn a bonus through our referral program for persons presenting NEW (not in our resume database) candidates who are successfully placed on one of our projects. The bonus for this position is $3,500, and the referrer is eligible to receive the sum for any applicant we place within 12 months of referral. The bonus is paid after the referred employee reaches 6 months of employment.

ARSIEM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.