Cyber Security Analyst
About The Position
JFL Consulting is currently seeking a talented and motivated Cyber Security Analyst (Operator) to join our team. The successful candidate will be part of a team of network, system, and security engineers tasked with analyzing operational network traffic for vulnerabilities, coordinating and remediating found anomalies, and developing new dashboard views to support operations. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and interpreting and analyzing network traffic, have the requisite skills and qualifications, and are looking for an opportunity to grow within a dynamic organization, this position may be for you.
Requirements
- TS/SCI Clearance
- Strong experience with security monitoring, threat hunting, packet analysis, malware analysis, and signature development.
- Experience conducting Info Operations, Computer Network Defense/Exploitation operations.
- Experience with Linux environments (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
- Experience with installing, configuring, and administering software applications.
- Working knowledge of network sensors and analytics tools (Zeek, Suricata, SecurityOnion, etc.)
- Working knowledge of network SIEM technology (Elastic, Splunk, etc.)
- Working knowledge of computer network vulnerability scanning and compliance analysis.
- Some experience with scripting and programming languages (Perl, Python, C, etc.).
- Some experience with firewalls and network TAP technologies.
- Familiarity with configuring, managing, and maintaining networking equipment.
- Familiarity with DoD’s IT system and network certification and accreditation processes to include system security authorization agreements.
- Possess strong troubleshooting skills in problems with software and hardware.
- Strong communication and analytical skills.
- Self-starter and problem solver with respect to IT and cyber related issues.
- Possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the advanced cyber analytical analysis.
- Strong understanding of computer networking.
- Preferred to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field such as computer science or engineering.
- In lieu of a degree, direct related operational experience may be substituted.
- Cyber Defense Analysts must hold an IAT Level II and CSSP Auditor certification as defined and described in DoDD 8570.01, 8570.01-M, 8140.01-03 and as amended.
Responsibilities
- Conduct advanced cyber analysis and formal reporting.
- Liaise between customers, external stakeholders, assessment site POCs, and technical SMEs.
- Provide technical insights and recommendations to the customer.
- Collaborate with DoD leadership, customers, and authoritative subject matter expert.
- Provide recommendations on appropriate find and fix actions.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents
- Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and commuter)
- Life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability
- 401(k) with immediate vesting of company contribution
- Generous PTO policy (15 vacation, 5 sick, 2 personal days, 11 holidays)
- Certification reimbursement
- Dedicated professional development funding
- Company-provided access to online learning platforms
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
