Senior Cyber Defense & Incident Response Analyst

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC is seeking a Cyber Defense Analyst in Sterling, Virginia, to perform forensic analysis, incident response, and provide expertise in cyber threats.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cyber defense, a TS/SCI clearance, and a strong educational background in computer science or cybersecurity. This role offers opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the Department of Homeland Security's team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber defense analysis.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Ability to work collaboratively across locations.

Responsibilities

• Correlate forensic findings to network events.
• Perform forensic triage of incidents.
• Document and escalate incidents effectively.

Skills

Cyber defense analysis

Forensic analysis

Incident handling methodologies

Operating system proficiency

Education

BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related

Tools

CrowdStrike

SentinelOne

EnCase

Job description

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC is seeking a Cyber Defense Analyst in Sterling, Virginia, to perform forensic analysis, incident response, and provide expertise in cyber threats.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cyber defense, a TS/SCI clearance, and a strong educational background in computer science or cybersecurity. This role offers opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the Department of Homeland Security's team.