Sr. Digital Forensics and Incident Response Analyst

Peraton; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national security company is looking for a Sr. Digital Forensics and Incident Response Analyst to support Cybersecurity Operations. Candidates should have extensive experience in cybersecurity, focusing on data analytics, incident response, and a proven record in managing security threats effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in Cybersecurity-related field.
• Proficient with common scripting/programming languages.
• Splunk Certified Power User or advanced certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Protect the organization's IT assets within CSOC.
• Implement DFIR strategies to reduce security gaps.
• Prepare CSOC reports documenting security incidents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Cyber data analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Sr. Digital Forensics and Incident Response Analyst

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About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a Sr Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Analyst to support Corporate Cybersecurity Operations. The person hired into this position will be assigned to Peraton's Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC). The job duties include leadership, technical mentoring, and performing cyber data analytics at scale. Senior Incident Response Analyst will guide employment of detection rules (SIEM, EDR, YARA, etc.), hunt for advanced attackers, and review the technical work of junior and mid-level team members. Ideal candidates will be deadline oriented, comfortable making decisions, and able to consistently produce high quality work. The Sr DFIR Analyst will work closely with the CSOC Manager as required to produce detailed analysis of security events, support business units, and maintain a spirit of collaboration with IT Team Leaders.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Protect the organization's IT assets as a member of the Cybersecurity Operations Center (CSOC)
• Implement DFIR strategies to identify risks and reduce gaps in network and host security controls
• Collaborate with IT Ops and end users to proactively thwart intrusions and support incident response
• Prepare CSOC reports that document security incidents from discovery to remediation
• Support vulnerability and cyber risk management functions by continually monitoring threats and exposures
• Test and evaluate technology solutions in preparation for small and large-scale deployments
• Periodic on-call responsibilities
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 8 years experience in a Cybersecurity-related field or equivalent Security Operations work experience
• Minimum 6 years' experience with Splunk Enterprise Security to include leading optimization projects focused on data management, enhanced monitoring, and automation. Splunk Certified Power User or other advanced Splunk Certification is a plus
• Minimum 6 years' DFIR experience using Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technology
• Minimum 6 years' experience performing forensic analysis on various types of evidence, such as disk, memory, network, and cloud artifacts
• Proficient with common scripting and programming languages
• Experience with DoD Risk Management Frameworks
• In-depth understanding of common security controls for Windows, Linux, and network equipment
• Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and professional demeanor
• US Citizenship
  
  

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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