Cyber Threat Analyst
Arlington, VA, United States
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cyber Threat Analyst to work on-site in Arlington, VA. The Cyber Threat Analyst will be responsible for onsite incident response and investigation, assessing cyber-attack severity, developing mitigation strategies, and aiding in service restoration for civilian government agencies and critical infrastructure entities.
*Must have an active TS/SCI clearance*
Responsibilities of the Cyber Threat Analyst include:
Develop mitigation strategies for potential cybersecurity incidents by researching and applying known resolutions and workarounds.
Utilize knowledge of adversary tactics to identify, validate, and categorize cyber threats across a range of IT environments.
Analyze network logs and monitor external security sources to stay updated on threats and assess their impact on the enterprise.
Investigate and document cybersecurity incidents, identifying causes and coordinating with relevant parties for resolution.
Provide continuous support and threat analysis during designated shifts, ensuring timely response to network alerts and incidents.
Qualifications for Cyber Threat Analyst include: Possess active TS/SCI clearance and be capable of obtaining DHS Suitability.
Have over two years of experience in cyber incident response or security operations.
Education: BS Incident Management, Operations Management, Cybersecurity or related degree. HS Diploma with 4-6 years of incident management or cyber security experience.
Understand incident handling methodologies, cyber incident scoring systems, and attack stages for threat prioritization and triage.
Equip with skills in vulnerability categorization, system administration, operating system security, and knowledge of various threat actors.
Collaborate effectively across different locations with a solid grasp of network defense policies and understanding of system and application vulnerabilities.
Compensation for the Cyber Threat Analyst includes: Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000 Depending on Experience
Full Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, etc.