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Critical Solutions

Incident Response Analyst (w/ active TS)

Critical Solutions, Ashburn, Virginia, United States, 22011


INCIDENT RESPONSE ANALYST (w/ active TS)

Location: Ashburn, VAPotential for Telework: NoClearance: Top Secret w/ SCI eligibility

JOB DESCRIPTION

Critical Solutions is seeking an

Incident Response Analyst

to support our Federal customer in Ashburn, VA.

PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recognize suspicious activity/events, common attacker TTPs, perform logical analysis and research to determine root cause and scope of Incidents

Drive implementation and improvement of new tools, capabilities, frameworks, and methodologies

Instill and reinforce industry best practices in the domains of incident response, cybersecurity analysis, case and knowledge management, and SOC operations

Promote and drive implementation of automation and process efficiencies

Familiarity with Cyber Kill Chain and ATT&CK Framework and how to leverage in Security Operations

Provide guidance and mentorship to improve analyst skill sets and ensure delivery of high-quality analysis and work products

Establish trust and business relationships with customer and other relevant stakeholders

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Active TOP SECRET clearance w/ SCI eligibility

and must be able to obtain an Entry on Duty (EOD) to support the program.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field PLUS 4 years of experience in incident detection and response, malware analysis, or cyber forensics.

4+ years of supervising and/or managing teams

5+ years of intrusion detection and/or incident handling experience

CISSP and SANS GCIH or GCIA required upon start

Advanced knowledge in planning, directing, and managing Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT) and/or Security Operations Center (SOC) operations for a large and complex Enterprise

Significant experience supervising and leading employees of various labor categories and technical skill levels in efforts similar in size and scope to a mature Security Operation

Mature understanding of industry accepted standards for incident response actions and best practices related to SOC operations;

Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to create technical reports based on analytical findings.

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

MUST HAVE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS:

CCFP - Certified Cyber Forensics Professional

CCNA Security

CCNP Security

CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker

CHFI - Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator

CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security

CIRC

ECES - EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist

ECIH - EC-Council Certified Incident Handler

ECSA - EC-Council Certified Security Analyst

ECSS - EC-Council Certified Security Specialist

EnCE

ENSA - EC-Council Network Security Administrator

FIWE

GCFA - Forensic Analyst

GCFE - Forensic Examiner

GCIH - Incident Handler

GISF - Security Fundamentals

GNFA - Network Forensic Analyst

GREM - Reverse Engineering Malware

GWEB - Web Application Defender

GXPN - Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester

LPT - Licensed Penetration Tester

OSCE (Certified Expert)

OSCP (Certified Professional)

OSEE (Exploitation Expert)

OSWP (Wireless Professional)

WFE-E-CI

FTK-WFE-FTK

CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+)

CompTIA Linux Network Professional (CLNP)

CompTIA PenTest+

GCTI - Cyber Threat Intelligence

GOSI - Open Source Intelligence

CTIA - Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst

Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User

Splunk Core Certified Consultant

Splunk SOAR Certified Automation Developer

IACRB Certified Security Awareness Practitioner (CSAP)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Active TS/SCI

Deep technical understanding of core current cybersecurity technologies as well as emerging capabilities.

Hands-on cybersecurity experience (Protect, Detect, Respond and Sustain) within a Computer Incident Response organization including prior experience performing large-scale incident response.

Demonstrated understanding of the life cycle of cybersecurity threats, attacks, attack vectors and methods of exploitation with an understanding of intrusion set tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs).

Familiarity or experience in Intelligence Driven Defense, Cyber Kill Chain methodology, and/or MITRE ATT&CK framework.

Familiarity with Cloud concepts and experience performing monitoring and responding to threats in Cloud environments

LOCATION:

On customer site in Ashburn, VA.

Must be willing and able to commute to Ashburn, VA

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:

US Citizen and possess an active DOD Top Secret Clearance.

Selected applicant will be required to undergo background investigation and finger printing by the federal agency and must meet the eligibility requirements.

CRITICAL SOLUTIONS PAY AND BENEFITS:

Salary range $80,000 - $103,000. The salary range for this position represents the typical salary range for this job level and this does not guarantee a specific salary. Compensation is based upon multiple factors such as responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, and other requirements.

BENEFIT SNAPSHOT: 100% premium coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Time Off (PTO/Holidays), Higher Education/Training Reimbursement, and more.

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