Threat Analyst SME with Security Clearance

Title Threat Analyst SME Location Fort Meade Description Markesman Group is looking for a Threat Analyst SME to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. The Threat Analyst SME develops cyber indicators to maintain awareness of the status of the highly dynamic operating environment. They collect, processes, analyze, and disseminate cyber threat/warning assessments. Responsibilities: * Demonstrated abilities, knowledge, and skills as defined by AN-TWA-001 within the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Cybersecurity Framework: * Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies. * Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk). * Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity and privacy. * Knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles. * Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities. * Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses. * Knowledge of human-computer interaction principles. * Knowledge of network traffic analysis methods. * Knowledge of concepts, terminology, and operations of a wide range of communications media (computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, wireless). * Knowledge of physical computer components and architectures, including the functions of various components and peripherals (e.g., CPUs, Network Interface Cards, data storage). * Knowledge of cyber-attack stages (e.g., reconnaissance, scanning, enumeration, gaining access, escalation of privileges, maintaining access, network exploitation, covering tracks). * Knowledge of website types, administration, functions, and content management system (CMS). * Knowledge of attack methods and techniques (DDoS, brute force, spoofing, etc.). * Knowledge of classification and control markings standards, policies and procedures. * Knowledge of common computer/network infections (virus, Trojan, etc.) and methods of infection (ports, attachments, etc.). * Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals (i.e., basic computer components of a network, types of networks, etc.). * Knowledge of current computer-based intrusion sets. * Knowledge of cyber intelligence/information collection capabilities and repositories. * Knowledge of cyber operations terminology/lexicon. * Knowledge of data communications terminology (e.g., networking protocols, Ethernet, IP, encryption, optical devices, removable media). * Knowledge of encryption algorithms and cyber capabilities/tools (e.g., SSL, PGP). * Knowledge of evolving/emerging communications technologies. * Knowledge of fundamental cyber operations concepts, terminology/lexicon (i.e., environment preparation, cyber-attack, cyber defense), principles, capabilities, limitations, and effects. * Knowledge of general Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system components. * Knowledge of host-based security products and how those products affect exploitation and reduce vulnerability. * Knowledge of how Internet applications work (SMTP email, web-based email, chat clients, VOIP). * Knowledge of how modern digital and telephony networks impact cyber operations. * Knowledge of how modern wireless communications systems impact cyber operations. * Knowledge of how to extract, analyze, and use metadata. * Knowledge of intelligence disciplines. * Knowledge of intelligence preparation of the environment and similar processes. * Knowledge of intelligence support to planning, execution, and assessment. * Knowledge of internal tactics to anticipate and/or emulate threat capabilities and actions. * Knowledge of Internet network addressing (IP addresses, classless inter-domain routing, TCP/UDP port numbering). * Knowledge of malware. * Knowledge of operations security. * Knowledge of organizational hierarchy and cyber decision-making processes. * Knowledge of physical and logical network devices and infrastructure to include hubs, switches, routers, firewalls, etc. * Knowledge of telecommunications fundamentals. * Knowledge of the basic structure, architecture, and design of modern communication networks. * Knowledge of the basics of network security (e.g., encryption, firewalls, authentication, honey pots, perimeter protection). * Knowledge of the common networking and routing protocols (e.g. TCP/IP), services (e.g., web, mail, DNS), and how they interact to provide network communications. * Knowledge of the ways in which targets or threats use the Internet. * Knowledge of threat and/or target systems. * Knowledge of virtualization products (VMware, Virtual PC). * Knowledge of what constitutes a 'threat' to a network. * Knowledge of wireless technologies (e.g., cellular, satellite, GSM) to include the basic structure, architecture, and design of modern wireless communications systems.Qualifications: * Ability to communicate complex information, concepts, or ideas in a confident and well-organized manner through verbal, written, and/or visual means. * Ability to accurately and completely source all data used in intelligence, assessment and/or planning products. * Ability to clearly articulate intelligence requirements into well-formulated research questions and data tracking variables for inquiry tracking purposes. * Ability to develop or recommend analytic approaches or solutions to problems and situations for which information is incomplete or for which no precedent exists. * Ability to effectively collaborate via virtual teams. * Ability to evaluate information for reliability, validity, and relevance. * Ability to evaluate, analyze, and synthesize large quantities of data (which may be fragmented and contradictory) into high quality, fused targeting/intelligence products. * Ability to focus research efforts to meet the customer's decision-making needs. * Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. * Ability to function in a collaborative environment, seeking continuous consultation with other analysts and experts-both internal and external to the organization-to leverage analytical and technical expertise. * Ability to identify intelligence gaps. * Ability to recognize and mitigate cognitive biases which may affect analysis. * Ability to recognize and mitigate deception in reporting and analysis. * Ability to think critically. * Ability to think like threat actors. * Ability to utilize multiple intelligence sources across all intelligence disciplines. * Must possess a TS/SCI clearance. About the Organization About Markesman Group Markesman Group has gathered the nation's foremost experts in Cyber, ISR, Enterprise IT and Intelligence Analysis. We seek to lead with cutting edge technology, high quality development and best value services for both the government and commercial sectors. Our team combines passion, acumen, focus, patriotism, desire, dedication and the love for the job to create value for our customers. We pride ourselves in a rigorous selection process because not only do we want the best, we want the best to want us. Working closely together as part of a service-disabled veteran owned small business, we enjoy a family environment where teammates challenge and elevate each other every day. The Markesman family is always striving to solve tomorrow's problems, today. EOE Statement We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. This position is currently accepting applications.