Cyber Defense Analyst (Tier 1) - Temporary

Resource Management Concepts, Inc. • Quantico, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Resource Management Concepts, Inc. (RMC) is seeking a Cyber Defense Analyst (Tier 1) to provide 24/7/365 cybersecurity monitoring and detection for a government enterprise network. This role involves using advanced tools and methodologies to identify, mitigate, and safeguard against cyber threats in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. The position is temporary through November 2026, with potential for full-time conversion.

Requirements

• Active SECRET clearance is required.
• DODD 8570 IAT Level II Certification.
• CSSP Analyst Certification.
• One (1) year of experience in cybersecurity monitoring or related roles.
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills for identifying and escalating potential threats.
• Proficiency in documenting incidents and maintaining reporting accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to report during hazardous weather, power outages, fuel shortages, pandemics, and other emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor the network to detect and analyze malicious and anomalous activities using cybersecurity tools like Tanium, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Elastic/Kibana, and DoD’s Joint Regional Security Stack (JRSS).
• Execute up to 40 detection use cases daily, documenting results in the government’s play tracker system.
• Submit incident reports with all required details to the government’s incident management system, maintaining a minimum 80% acceptance rate.
• Collaborate with Red Teams to validate detection capabilities and improve response processes.
• Annually update monitoring tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to align with current cybersecurity best practices.
• Prepare and deliver quarterly courses on Division-specific TTPs, aiming for high satisfaction ratings on government-approved surveys.
• Provide documentation and technical support to maintain the government’s CSSP accreditation per DoD standards.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Certifications
• Paid relocation
• Competitive paid vacation package
• 11 paid federal holidays
• High-quality, low-deductible healthcare plans
• Pet insurance
• Competitive 401K package

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed