Cyber Defense Analyst

SAIC is seeking a candidate to fill a Cyber Defense Analyst position on a joint Contractor-Government Cyber Protection Team with our customer at Ft. Meade, MD.

Job Duties:

• Configuration, management, and optimization of intrusion detection systems for both host and network


• Integrate and manage network sensors


• Conduct threat analysis utilizing various sources to identify threats


• Configuration, management and optimization of intrusion detection systems


• Configuration and design of deployable network kits that include switches, routers, taps, hypervisors and network storage devices to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance


• Malware triage


• Cyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled environment


• Threat hunting to identify advanced persistent threats


• Technical writing in support of findings and providing security recommendations in order to secure networks 

Required Education and Experience:

• BS and nine (9) years or more experience; four (4) years additional in lieu of degree
• Digital Forensics of Windows, Linux and networking devices
• Incident Response Team Experience: Proven experience leading or supporting the detection, containment, and recovery of cybersecurity incidents in complex environments
• Security Operations Center Analyst Tier 2 and 3 Expertise: Demonstrated ability to investigate advanced threats, manage escalated incidents, and develop and refine SOC response procedures
• Cyber Protection Team Knowledge: Practical experience identifying vulnerabilities and implementing proactive measures to defend systems, networks, and data against evolving cyber threats

Required Security Clearance:

• Must has an active TS/SCI with a CI Poly (poly must have been completed within the last 5 years)

Required Certification:

• Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III

Desired Certification/Skills:

• Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Offensive Security
• Zero Trust Architecture
• ICS/SCADA