Linthicum Heights, MD, 21090, USA
1 day ago
Secret Cyber Threat Analyst
Job Description This Cyber Threat Analyst participates as a team member analyzing cyber threats based on knowledge of cybersecurity and concepts supporting intelligence analysis requirements for all-source cyber analysis and reporting. This role involves a focus on the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), ensuring that critical defense contractors and their supply chains are protected from cyber threats. You will work within a dynamic team to identify and mitigate cyber risks, analyze forensic data, and provide actionable intelligence to support defensive cybersecurity operations. Key Responsibilities: Cyber Threat Analysis: Analyze and interpret cyber threat intelligence with a focus on threats impacting the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities affecting defense contractors and their supply chains. Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and briefings on cyber incidents, threat analysis, and investigative findings with particular emphasis on impacts to the DIB. Communicate findings and recommendations to senior officials and stakeholders. Incident Response: Support incident response activities related to cybersecurity incidents affecting the DIB, including detection, analysis, and mitigation of breaches or attacks. Forensic Analysis: Conduct forensic examinations of digital evidence, including malware analysis, network traffic analysis, and system log reviews, specifically related to incidents involving DIB entities. Collaboration: Work closely with DIB and interagency partners to share information and coordinate response efforts. Facilitate communication and support to defense contractors as needed. Tool Utilization: Use cybersecurity tools and technologies to conduct fusion analysis; performs queries, pivots on indicators, and research malware characteristics (Message-Digest Algorithm 5 (MD5), Secure Hash Algorithm 1 (SHA1), file size, file name, file paths, etc.). May leverage tools such as Analyst1, Kibana, Virus Total, Recorded Future, etc. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the development and enhancement of cyber investigation methodologies, tools, and processes, with a particular focus on improving security within the DIB. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .     To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ . Skills and Requirements -Active Secret clearance -5 years relevant experience with BS/BA, 3 years with MS/MA, 9 years in lieu of a degree. - Experience in cybersecurity analysis, incident response, or digital forensics. Requires a detailed knowledge of Department of Defense and service level (Army, Navy, Air Force) intelligence communities, including collection methods, production resources, and responsibilities. Knowledge of advanced persistent threats (APTs) and cyber threat actors. -Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, forensic analysis tools) -Sec+, CISSP, GCTI or other relevant certification -Cybersecurity consulting experience a plus null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
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