Cyber Threat Analyst

2 weeks ago

Washington, United States Edgewater Federal Solutions Full time
Overview

Position Overview:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is currently seeking a Mid-Level Cyber Threat Analyst to deliver threat detection expertise and bolster cyber fusion within the Client's Security Operations Center (SOC). This role is essential in safeguarding the Client's infrastructure and operations against a wide array of cyber threats. The Mid-Level Cyber Threat Analyst will collaborate with Client SOC teams to provide leading-edge threat analysis support during critical incidents and engage in proactive, hypothesis-driven investigations for threats that may have bypassed existing detection mechanisms. Furthermore, the Mid-Level Cyber Threat Analyst should possess skills in related areas such as incident management, forensic analysis, and malware examination, integrating these competencies to aid in the resolution of cybersecurity incidents. This is a full-time position that involves onsite work during the week with remote capabilities on designated days.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
  • Act swiftly in crisis situations to alleviate immediate and potential threats.
  • Examine and evaluate all pertinent response activities, identifying and assessing the capabilities and actions of various cyber threats.
  • Analyze risk-based Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) alerts to formulate hunting hypotheses.
  • Leverage open-source intelligence to enhance the development of hunt hypotheses.
  • Design, discuss, and document tailored searches for automated detection of threat actor activities based on findings.
  • Document and track cybersecurity incidents from identification to resolution.
  • Participate in government-led reviews following incidents.
  • Assess malware events to pinpoint the root cause of specific activities.
  • Provide forensic support for high-tech investigations, including evidence collection, forensic analysis, and data recovery.
  • Conduct malware examinations in isolated environments, including both static and dynamic analysis of complex malware.
  • Monitor and evaluate sophisticated security devices for patterns and anomalies, tagging events for further monitoring.
  • Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot Endpoint Detection and Response agents.
  • Gather and analyze data from compromised systems using EDR agents and custom scripts.
  • Collaborate with IT personnel to install or resolve issues with EDR agents.
  • Plan, execute, and document iterative, hypothesis-driven hunts using Agile project management methodologies.
  • Attend daily Agile standups and report on progress related to assigned tasks.
  • Assist in the creation of deliverables including Hunt Hypotheses, Hunt Reports, Detection Logic, and Incident Reports.
Qualifications
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity threat analysis or incident management roles.
  • Proficient in threat hunting methodologies, tools, and techniques.
  • Experience with IT Service Management ticketing systems.
  • Strong understanding of both cloud-based and non-cloud-based applications.
  • Familiarity with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
  • Expertise in Splunk ES and familiarity with Splunk SOAR.
  • Knowledge of Agile project management methodologies.
  • Experience with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents.
  • Ability to perform malware analysis, including both static and dynamic assessments.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Must hold at least one of the following certifications:
    • GCIA
    • GCIH
    • GSEC
    • GMON
    • Security+
    • Certified Splunk Core Power User
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • U.S. citizenship is required for security clearance purposes.
About Us:

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm dedicated to supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services, and timely delivery. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and has achieved ISO 9001 certification, along with CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services. Edgewater Federal Solutions is proud to have been named among the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area for several consecutive years.

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