Cybersecurity Threat Analyst

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States MindPoint Group Full time
Position: Cybersecurity Threat Analyst - Clearance Required - Remote

Department:
DOJ JSOC-HUD

Overview:
MindPoint Group, LLC is seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join our esteemed Cyber Threat Hunt team. This role is pivotal in enhancing our client's operational capabilities, and you will collaborate with a dedicated and knowledgeable team committed to safeguarding federal infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Cybersecurity Threat Analyst, your daily tasks will include:
  • Proactively searching for Indicators of Compromise (IOC) and Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP) within the network and host environments.
  • Analyzing network traffic, packet captures (PCAP), logs, and sensor data to identify cyber-attack patterns and hunt for APTs.
  • Drafting comprehensive Incident Reports and contributing to post-incident reviews in collaboration with relevant teams.
  • Working alongside the Security Operations Center (SOC) and Threat Analysts to manage and investigate significant incidents.
  • Providing effective and reusable hunting methodologies to a team of security engineers, SIEM specialists, and SOC analysts.
  • Collaborating with leadership and engineering teams to enhance and expand available cybersecurity tools.
  • Evaluating network perimeter data, including flow and packet filtering, to devise and implement strategies to strengthen the defensive posture.
  • Monitoring both open-source and commercial threat intelligence for IOCs, emerging vulnerabilities, and other attacker TTPs.

Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:
  • Applicable US Government Clearance.
  • A minimum of 10 years of general experience, with at least 8 years in relevant Cybersecurity roles.
  • Experience in securing and fortifying IT infrastructure.
  • Demonstrated expertise in computer networking and operating systems.
  • Experience in operational security, including SOC, incident response, malware analysis, or IDS/IPS analysis.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
  • Experience with data hunting tools like ELK, Splunk, Apache Spark, or AWS Stack.
  • Familiarity with Netflow data, DNS logs, and Proxy Logs.
  • Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems and command line interfaces.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences, including executive-level stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Computer Science-related field.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, SANS GCTI, CCSP, GCFA, GCFE, GREM, GNFA, or OSCP.

Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation is tailored to each candidate based on their skills and experience, typically ranging from $120,000 to $150,000. Additional benefits include Health/Dental/Vision coverage, 401(k) matching, Flexible Time Off, and various professional development opportunities.

MindPoint Group is dedicated to fostering a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic.

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