Host Based Systems Analyst

2 weeks ago


Arlington, United States Base One Technologies Full time

Host Based Systems Analyst - IV -HBA04 - SME High Priority Apply Location

Arlington, VA Hybrid Posted

May 1, 2023 Host Based Systems Analyst - IV -HBA04 - SME

High Priority

Responsibilities: - Perform event correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources within the enterprise to gain situational awareness and determine the effectiveness of an observed attack - Assesses network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations - Collects network intrusion artifacts (e.g., PCAP, domains, URI’s, certificates, etc.) and uses discovered data to enable mitigation of potential incidents - Collects network device integrity data and analyze for signs of tampering or compromise - Analyzes identified malicious network and system log activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, effects on system and information - Tracking and documenting on-site incident response activities and providing updates to leadership through executive summaries and in-depth technical reports - Planning, coordinating and directing the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer related evidence - Serving as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explaining investigation details

Required Skills: - U.S. Citizenship - Active DoD Secret clearance. Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. - Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability - 8+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensic and network investigations using leading edge technologies and industry standard forensic tools - Experience leading cross functional teams conducting cyber threat hunting activities - Experience with reconstructing a malicious attack or activity - Ability to characterize and analyze network traffic, identify anomalous activity / potential threats, analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata - Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of evidence (forensic images) - Able to write cyber investigative reports documenting forensics findings - In depth knowledge and experience of: • utilizing COTS and custom developed tools to detect APT activity • reviewing threat reports and searching the network for applicable IOC (Indicators of Compromise) • identifying different classes and characterization of attacks and attack stages • CND policies, procedures and regulations • of network topologies, Wi-Fi Networking, and TCP/IP protocols • Splunk (or other SIEMs) • Vulnerability scanning, assessment and monitoring tools such as Security Center, Nessus, and Endgame • MITRE Adversary Tactics, Techniques and Common Knowledge (ATT&CK) - Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.

Desired Skills: - Experience and proficiency with the following tools and techniques: • EnCase, FTK, SIFT, X-Ways, Volatility, WireShark, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy, and Snort • EDR Tools: Crowdstrike, Carbon Black, Etc • Carving and extracting information from PCAP data • Non-traditional network traffic: Command and Control • Preserving evidence integrity according to national standards • Designing cyber security systems and environments in a Linux environment • Virtualized environments • Conducting all-source research

Required Education: BS Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma and 10+ years of host or digital forensics or network forensic experience.

Desired Certifications: - GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CEH, CCNA, CCSP, CCIE, OSCP, GNFA Notes: Position; On-Site work 2-3 days per week

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