Cyber Security Analyst II

Institute For Defense Analyses • Alexandria, VA

315d • $89,622 - $143,396

About The Position

Under moderate supervision, Cyber Security Analyst II identifies and resolves potential security breaches and vulnerabilities; maintains information security tools necessary to ensure the secure operation of IDA's information system infrastructure; supports all aspects of incident response as directed by senior analysts; and provides technical expertise and support to projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer security, or related discipline or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Three years of experience in Information Technology which includes at least two years of experience in cyber security.
• Experience with cyber-security and information technology including firewalls, networking, DNS, host security hardening, anti-virus software, and network/computer exploitation techniques.
• Experience with system and network vulnerabilities, intrusion monitoring, network mapping, auditing and intrusion detection systems, notification of Internet threats, and forensic response preferred.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision and within teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of employees.
• Possesses or able to obtain within six months an information security certification commensurate with DoD 814003.
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and analyzes information security alerts from network devices and endpoints
• Responds to and directs the response to information security incidents
• Analyzes indicators of compromise for use in detection
• Verifies systems are operating as expected
• Identifies any issues and applies mitigations as appropriate
• Alerts senior analysts to complex issues
• Analyzes files and systems with provided tools
• Identifies potential malware and vulnerabilities of analyzed files
• Applies mitigations or remediations to systems with identified malware or vulnerabilities
• Hunts for possible compromises
• Creates scripts to automate repetitive tasks
• Analyzes systems for possible compromise
• Works with senior analysts to mitigate or remediate any compromise
• Documents all findings
• Takes ownership of a cyber-security related project
• Interfaces with senior analysts for guidance
• Interfaces with professional services when needed
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Transparency, equity, and fairness in compensation program
• Reasonable estimate of the salary range based on data-driven market analysis

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree