Cyber Analyst
About The Position
The Cyber Analyst will analyze foreign cyber threats and capabilities and integrate cyber intelligence into all-source analysis and operational planning. The role supports analysis of foreign cyber actors, capabilities, and intentions that may affect Department of War personnel, operations, and interests. The analyst produces reports, assessments, and briefings; works with collection managers and Intelligence Community partners on cyber intelligence requirements; and tracks changes in adversary cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures. Employment is full-time and contingent upon contract award. The position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance. The Ascendancy Group (TAG) describes itself as a provider of technical, service, and training-based solutions focused on special operations forces and the Intelligence Community. The company says its government-focused teammates are former Department of War or Intelligence Community members and that it offers work in small teams on challenging national-security problem sets.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of experience related to this labor category, with some experience within the last 2 years.
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred; 7 years of direct experience may substitute for the degree.
- Active TS/SCI security clearance.
- Working knowledge of the concepts and functions of this labor category.
- Knowledge of Intelligence Community and Department of War classification guidelines and procedures, and ability to apply them.
- Ability to work semi-independently with oversight and direction.
- Ability to use logic to evaluate and synthesize multiple information sources and defend judgments with sound, logical conclusions.
- Ability to produce timely, logical, concise reports, assessments, and briefing materials using Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, with strong grammar skills.
- Ability to conduct structured research and maintain information within security and data protocols.
- Ability to recognize nuances and resolve contradictions and inconsistencies in information.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting Joint or special operations organizations.
- Ability to work independently with limited government oversight and function effectively as part of a team in a joint environment.
- Experience in a deployed environment.
- Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or GIAC.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Analyze foreign cyber actors, capabilities, and intentions that may affect Department of War personnel, operations, and interests.
- Integrate cyber intelligence into all-source analysis and operational planning.
- Produce timely reports, assessments, and briefings for analysts, planners, and leadership.
- Work with collection managers and Intelligence Community partners to develop and refine cyber intelligence requirements.
- Track trends in adversary cyber tactics, techniques, and procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
