Expert Cyber Defense Analyst (TS/SCI Clearance)

ShorePoint•Washington, DC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

ShorePoint is a fast-growing, industry recognized and award-winning cybersecurity services firm with a focus on high-profile, high-threat, private and public-sector customers who demand experience and proven security models to protect their data. ShorePoint subscribes to a “work hard, play hard” mentality and celebrates individual and company successes. We are passionate about our mission and going above and beyond to deliver for our customers. We are equally passionate about an environment that supports creativity, accountability, diversity, inclusion and a focus on giving back to our community. The Expert Cyber Defense Analyst position provides technical and management leadership, directs activities and supports project execution in alignment with client objectives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the growth, development and culture of an exciting and fast-growing company in the cybersecurity market.

Requirements

Experience working within Microsoft environments such as Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel and SharePoint.
Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools such as Splunk.
Experience with network intrusion detection and prevention (NID/NIP) technologies.
Experience with endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools such as CrowdStrike and endpoint security concepts.
Experience with intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS) such as tools such as CoreLight.
Experience with application programming interface (API) development and scanning tools such as Tenable.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
15+ years of relevant experience.
Proven ability to analyze complex requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks and processes through critical thinking.
Applicants must currently hold and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance.

Nice To Haves

A postgraduate degree from an accredited university in a related field may substitute for 6 years of experience.
Industry recognized certifications.

Responsibilities

Analyze data collected from cyber defense tools, including intrusion detection system (IDS) alerts, firewalls and network traffic logs to identify and mitigate threats.
Provide technical and management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments.
Establish goals and plans that align with project objectives.
Direct and control activities for the client, including financial management, methods and staffing to ensure technical requirements are met.
Interface with senior management and support client interactions, including negotiations.
Apply domain expertise to support decision-making that impacts overall project implementation.
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Supervise team members as required.