Cyberspace Intelligence Threat Analyst, Journeyman
About The Position
Leidos is seeking a Journeyman-level Cyberspace Intelligence Threat Analyst to support United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) operations, focusing on identifying, analyzing, and recommending mitigation strategies for cyber threats targeting Offensive Cyberspace Operations (OCO) systems. The role provides on-site support to USCYBERCOM J3 (Operations), the Cyber National Mission Force (CNMF), and Joint Task Force-Ares (JTF-ARES). The position is contingent on a potential future contract award. The analyst evaluates all-source finished intelligence, single-source intelligence, and technical data; produces recurring threat intelligence reports and in-depth risk assessments; and applies SIGINT tools and analytical methods to assess cyber threats affecting OCO assets. The position also supports situational awareness, crisis plans, operational planning, resource allocation, capability assessment, and coordination of intelligence planning with operational timelines. The analyst communicates complex information to operational, technical, and intelligence audiences and applies relevant laws, regulations, policies, and guidance.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and polygraph.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, or a related field, or ability to complete the degree within one year of hire; formal education may be substituted with extended experience and technical certifications.
- Five or more years of experience in cyber intelligence analysis or a similar cyber threat analyst role, or eight or more years of total intelligence analysis experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of all-source intelligence principles as applied to cyber.
- Experience with applicable SIGINT tools and techniques and ability to produce single-source intelligence products tailored to drive cyberspace operations.
- Broad knowledge of Blue-space cyber capabilities and understanding of available cyber infrastructure or platforms for defensive and offensive cyberspace operations.
- Knowledge of cyberspace operations and their intelligence support needs, topics, and focus areas.
- Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals and concepts, terminology, and operations of communications media including computer and telephone networks, satellite, fiber, and wireless.
- Ability to produce timely, accurate, and relevant analytical products, including documents, summaries, issue papers, talking points, and briefings.
- Proficiency working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment; ability to multitask proactively and meet short deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal, critical-thinking, and communication skills, including ability to explain complex technical data to non-technical consumers.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, Information Security, or a related field.
- Intimate familiarity with USCYBERCOM organizational structure and mission.
- Prior experience supporting joint operations across multiple warfighting domains.
- Experience incorporating artificial intelligence and machine learning into operations to improve efficiency and operational outcomes.
- Experience with space-enabled cyberspace operations.
- Formal training in cyber warfare and joint operations.
- Familiarity with data science and its applicability to cyberspace operations.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI data visualization software.
- Familiarity with cyber threat frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK or Cyber Kill Chain.
- Desired DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, such as CCNA Security, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA Security+ CE, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP.
Responsibilities
- Identify and assess emerging threats and vulnerabilities in cyberspace, with emphasis on risks to OCO systems.
- Analyze and evaluate all-source finished intelligence, single-source intelligence, and technical data to identify cyber threat patterns and anomalies.
- Produce and deliver recurring threat intelligence reports concerning cyber threats to OCO infrastructure.
- Conduct and publish in-depth risk assessments, categorize detected cyber threats, and support the development and refinement of risk assessment methodologies and tools.
- Use SIGINT tools and analytical methodologies to perform technical analysis of critical cyber threats affecting OCO assets.
- Collaborate with operational, technical, and intelligence elements across USCYBERCOM to improve situational awareness and threat response capabilities.
- Maintain current knowledge of APTs, threat actor TTPs, and cyber threat trends affecting national security.
- Maintain situational awareness of cyberspace operations crisis plans and execute them on demand.
- Provide situational awareness to projects, Crisis Action Teams, and current operations activities supporting Operational Planning Teams.
- Execute resource allocation decisions aligned with organizational objectives.
- Apply knowledge of cyber threats, attack methods, state and non-state adversaries, and tiered vulnerabilities within Blue Space.
- Develop and execute programs to assess cyberspace operations and validate operational performance characteristics.
- Review, approve, prioritize, and submit operational requirements for research, development, and/or acquisition of cyber capabilities.
- Support integration and synchronization of intelligence planning activities with operational planning timelines.
- Interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and guidance relevant to daily activities.
- Communicate complex information, concepts, and ideas clearly and confidently through verbal, written, and/or visual means.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
