Cyber Security Analyst I - Digital Forensics and Incident Response 03865 NWSOL

North Wind Group • Richland, WA

225d • Remote

About The Position

As a Cyber Security Analyst I in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR), you will be an integral member of our cybersecurity team supporting the DOE Hanford Site. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or professionals early in their cybersecurity career who are passionate about identifying and responding to cyber threats. You will assist with threat detection, forensic analysis, and incident response activities under the guidance of senior analysts. This is an opportunity to grow within a dynamic cybersecurity team while supporting the protection of critical national infrastructure. As a Cyber Security Analyst I in DFIR, you will gain hands-on experience, mentorship from senior professionals, and a pathway for advancement in a highly impactful field.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Assurance, Digital Forensics, or a related field.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant cybersecurity experience (internships and academic projects may be considered).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, digital forensics, and incident response concepts.
• Exposure to forensic tools and security monitoring platforms (e.g., Splunk, SOAR, EDR, Wireshark, EnCase, FTK, or similar).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in U.S. Department of Energy cybersecurity operations, digital forensics, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents and alerts.
• Support forensic investigations by collecting and analyzing digital evidence from systems, networks, and applications.
• Help document incidents, root cause analyses, and mitigation actions in accordance with established procedures.
• Contribute to threat intelligence efforts by researching indicators of compromise (IOCs) and emerging threats.
• Participate in vulnerability and risk assessments as needed.
• Support audits, incident exercises, and incident post-mortem documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and chain of custody for all forensic artifacts.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree