SK Cyber Hunt Analyst
Summary
A cyber threat hunt analyst joins the company's Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) in McLean, VA, hunting advanced persistent threats, analyzing large datasets for malicious patterns, performing forensics, and briefing senior management. Requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.
PLEASE NOTE: This position requires an ACTIVE Top Secret/SCI Clearance with Polygraph. To be considered for this position, you MUST have an ACTIVE Clearance Level of Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
Position Code: 26-SC0619-2
Seeking a Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst to join our Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) in McLean, VA. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cyber threat
hunting, advanced persistent threats (APTs), and the latest tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by adversaries.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct threat hunting activities to detect advanced threats that evade traditional security solutions and continuously monitor and analyze threat intelligence sources to stay informed about emerging threats.
- Search for signs of malicious activity in our network and systems.
- Develop and implement new and innovative threat detection techniques and strategies.
- Analyze large datasets to identify patterns and anomalies indicative of malicious activities.
- Collaborate with other CSOC team members and stakeholders to respond to and investigate security incidents.
- Provide detailed reports and briefings on threat hunting activities and findings to senior Management.
- Develop and maintain threat hunting playbooks, processes, and procedures.
- Perform in-depth forensic analysis to understand the nature and impact of threats.
- Participate in the development and refinement of security monitoring and incident response tools and processes.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma and 2+ years of experience in cyber threat hunting, incident response, or a related cybersecurity field
- Experience working with network protocols, operating systems, and security architectures
- Experience using threat hunting and forensic tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Comp Sci, Cyber or related field
- Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, or equivalent
- Experience with scripting and programming languages such as Python, PowerShell or similar
- Knowledge of machine learning and data analytics techniques as they apply to threat hunting
- Familiarity with cloud security and threat hunting in cloud environments. Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to cybersecurity (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).