Remote Cyber Information Systems Analyst - Tier 1 Intake

QBE Federal; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

QBE, LLC is seeking a Cyber Information Systems Analyst - Journeyman - Tier 1 / Front Door to provide initial cybersecurity intake, triage, analysis, and escalation support for NIH/OD-OIT.

This position is primarily remote but will require some TDY. You will monitor alerts, triage incidents, perform preliminary investigations, document findings, and mentor junior analysts while coordinating with multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, information systems, business, communications, or related field, or 2+ years of relevant experience in place of the degree requirement.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience aligned to the responsibilities of this position.
• Experience reviewing and triaging cybersecurity alerts.
• Knowledge of common cyber threats, attack techniques, and security controls.
• Experience working with incident or ticket management systems.
• Strong communication, analytical, and documentation skills.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required federal background investigation or security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an initial point of intake for cybersecurity events, requests, and potential incidents.
• Monitor and triage security alerts and incoming cybersecurity reports.
• Validate, categorize, prioritize, and route incidents to appropriate teams.
• Perform preliminary investigation and evidence collection.
• Document incidents, investigative steps, and escalation decisions.
• Apply established standard operating procedures and incident response playbooks.
• Coordinate with users, system administrators, and security personnel to gather relevant information.
• Identify high-risk activity requiring immediate escalation.
• Support SOC reporting and operational metrics.
• Mentor junior analysts on Tier 1 processes and procedures.

Skills

Cybersecurity concepts

Incident triage

Communication

Documentation

Threat awareness

Education

Associate degree in cybersecurity or related field

Or 2+ years relevant experience in place of degree

Tools

SIEM

EDR

SOAR

Ticketing systems

Job description

QBE, LLC is seeking a Cyber Information Systems Analyst - Journeyman - Tier 1 / Front Door to provide initial cybersecurity intake, triage, analysis, and escalation support for NIH/OD-OIT.

This position is primarily remote but will require some TDY. You will monitor alerts, triage incidents, perform preliminary investigations, document findings, and mentor junior analysts while coordinating with multiple teams.