Senior Cyber Threat Analyst

1 week ago


Beltsville, Maryland, United States Peraton Full time
Job Title: Senior Malware Security Analyst

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver comprehensive static and dynamic malware analysis support in a continuous operational environment.
  • Contribute to the Shift Change Documentation to ensure seamless transitions.
  • Execute advanced analysis and propose remediation strategies for cybersecurity incidents.
  • Generate detailed after-action reports, cyber defense methodologies, and incident documentation.
  • Engage in response efforts and assist in resolving any suspected or confirmed cybersecurity breaches.
  • Disseminate knowledge and intelligence acquired from cybersecurity incidents to relevant stakeholders.
  • Facilitate training and mentorship for junior analysts.
  • Analyze network and host logs for potential threats.
  • Conduct network investigations, artifact collection, and timeline analysis utilizing various EDR tools.
  • Implement protective measures against potential cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Support the creation and execution of training programs for malware analysts.
  • Review, draft, edit, and publish cyber incident response protocols.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience; additional experience may substitute for formal education.
  • Proven ability to address complex malware and intrusion challenges through host analysis, forensics, and reverse engineering techniques.
  • Capability to recommend effective countermeasures against malware and malicious applications that compromise communication systems.
  • Familiarity with Debuggers, Disassemblers, Unpacking Tools, and Binary analysis tools.
  • Experience with both static and dynamic malware analysis methodologies.
  • Proficient in identifying remediation steps for cybersecurity incidents.
  • Experience with Splunk and EDR tools such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) and Tanium.
  • Possession of at least one active certification from the following: CASP+ CE; CCISO; CCNA Cyber Ops; CCNA-Security; CCNP Security; CEH; CFR; CISA; CISM; CISSP (or Associate); CISSP-ISSAP; CISSP-ISSEP; Cloud+; CySA+; GCED; GCIA; GCIH; GICSP; GSLC; SCYBER.
  • U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Understanding of Security Operations Center (SOC) processes and functions.
  • Experience with ServiceNow Ticketing Software.
  • Background in managing state and national level intrusions.
  • Knowledge of both high-level and low-level programming languages.
  • Experience in developing and delivering extensive training programs.
Company Overview:
Peraton is a leading national security organization dedicated to providing reliable solutions and technologies to safeguard our nation and its allies. Operating at the critical intersection of traditional and emerging threats, Peraton is a trusted partner to essential government agencies and the U.S. armed forces. For more information on how we contribute to global security, please visit our website.

Salary Range:
$146,000 - $234,000 typical range for this position based on experience.

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