Senior Sensor Analyst

Peraton; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Senior Sensor Analyst in Linthicum, MD to support a DoD customer. You will conduct intelligence analysis, monitor cyberspace operations, and assess threats to DoDIN and critical assets. The role focuses on cyber threat analysis, digital forensics, and mission support in a collaborative environment.

You will research adversary capabilities, analyze sensor data, and prepare intelligence assessments and technical papers for senior officials. Prior CPT experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity/Data Science/Info Systems or Software Engineering, or four extra years of relevant experience with certs.
• Active TS/SCI with Poly eligibility is required.
• Familiarity with Cloud Security Architecture and cybersecurity operations.
• Experience with network data analysis and threat intelligence.
• Ability to brief senior leaders and produce technical papers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intelligence analysis and operational planning for cyberspace operations.
• Monitor and report on DoD network assets and defense industrial base networks.
• Analyze sensor data and network events to assess operational impact.
• Prepare intelligence assessments, technical papers, and cyber threat profiles.
• Develop analytical procedures and deliver reports for senior government officials.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance with Poly

Cybersecurity operations

Network threat analysis

NIDS/IPS experience

EDR agents experience

SIEM forwarders

Vulnerability scanners

Log collectors

Executive briefings to SES/GO/FO

Education

BS/BA in IT/CS/Cybersecurity/Data Science/Info Systems/Software Engineering

MS/MA in same fields

PhD in same fields

Tools

NIDS/IPS suites

EDR tooling

SIEM forwarders

Vulnerability scanners

Log collectors

Job description

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD. Degree must be in one of the following fields: Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Software Engineering.
• In lieu of a degree in one of these fields, four additional years of relevant experience may be considered in conjunction with one or more of the following professional certifications in good standing: CEH(P), GMON, GRID, Cloud+, FITSP-O, GCED, GDSA, GSEC, PenTest+, Security+, CySA+, GCFA, GCIA, CFR, CBROPS, or GICSP.
• Familiarity with Cloud Security Architecture and all related aspects of cybersecurity operations and analysis (e.g., incident response & management, forensic media analysis, malware analysis/reverse-engineering, and threat intelligence analysis).
• In-depth knowledge of network and application protocols, cyber vulnerabilities, exploitation techniques, and adversary methodologies (TTPs).
• Proficient in analyzing various types of network data (e.g., Netflow, PCAP, custom application logs) and employing network sensors to support defensive cyber operations and investigations.
• Experience with Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) for threat detection and response.
• Familiarity with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents for monitoring end-user devices.
• Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) forwarders for centralized logging and threat detection.
• Experience with vulnerability scanners to identify and assess weaknesses in systems and applications.
• Knowledge of log collectors for managing logs to improve incident response and threat hunting capabilities.
• Experience drafting and editing finished intelligence, executive summaries, and other papers on key topics and technical scenarios to prepare senior leaders.

Clearance requirement: Active TS/SCI with Poly eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional professional certifications in good standing are also preferred: current IAM Level II & III, CSSP Analyst (Security +, GSEC, CND, CISSP, CASP+, GCIH, CEH), or GIAC Certification.
• Experience with Law Enforcement/Counterintelligence (LE/CI) Operations and/or Cyberspace Operations.
• Skilled in building extended cybersecurity analytics.
• Demonstrated experience briefing Senior Executive Service (SES) and General Officer/Flag Officer (GO/FO) leadership.
• Experience in intelligence-driven defense and/or cyber Kill Chain methodologies.
• Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) experience.

Peraton is seeking a Senior Sensor Analyst in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges.

This Senior Sensor Analyst position conducts intelligence analysis and operational planning to monitor, assess, and report on cyberspace operations. This includes identifying potential threats to Department of War (DoW) critical assets, the DoD Information Network (DoDIN), and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) networks, while supporting the US Intelligence Community and Interagency grid network sensor portfolios. The Senior Sensor Analyst plays a key role in shaping cyber defense strategies, conducting reviews, identifying gaps, recommending solutions, and evaluating large datasets.

As an expert, you will research and evaluate technical and all-source intelligence, focusing on network operations and cyber warfare tactics and procedures related to threats against networked weapons platforms and DoD information networks. Your responsibilities will include analyzing sensor data and network events to assess their operational impact, conducting research on adversary capabilities, and preparing intelligence assessments, technical papers, and cyber threat profiles. Additionally, you will develop and maintain analytical procedures to adapt to changing requirements and ensure effective operations, producing high-quality reports and presentations for senior government officials. If you are a candidate that has Cyber Protection Team (CPT) experience, this position might be a good fit for you.