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SalaryAgile Defense, Inc. is Hiring a Cyber Threat Analyst Near Washington, DC
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests.
Job Title: Cyber Threat Analyst
Location: Remote but local to DC
Clearance Level: Active DoD - Public Trust
Required Certification(s):
* At least one of the following or equivalent IT certifications: CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials), GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler), Security
SUMMARY
Agile Defense Company is currently seeking a talented and ambitious self-starting, Mid Level Cyber Threat (Day Shift) Analyst for a challenging position supporting one of our premier clients who conducts 24/7 operations to secure their enterprise environment. This is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to embed themselves into the next generation of operational environments which is now taking place across the US government and commercial sectors
Role is remote, but candidates must be local to the Washington, D.C. area. Monday - Friday 6AM-2PM
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* The existing team is a multi-faceted interdisciplinary set of experts with ever-increasing prowess in this unique atmosphere. Our security operations project is aimed at establishing innovative techniques for a comprehensive, cloud-first network enclave defense, identifying the emerging threats, and detecting malicious activity using advanced toolsets provided in the Microsoft cloud security ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience as a Cyber Defense analyst performing Incident Response and Intrusion Detection on a large operational network, specifically, utilizing the Microsoft Sentinel SIEM and related security portals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Certifications
* At least one of the following or equivalent IT certifications: CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials), GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler), Security
Education, Background, and Years of Experience
* A minimum of 3 years direct experience providing TH support, including performing log and event review and incident response.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
* Demonstrated proficiency with M365 Defender and Azure Sentinel. (PREFERRED)
* Demonstrated experience leveraging KQL (or similar query language) in support of TH duties.
* Demonstrated experience leveraging SIEM, SOAR and other tools to identify threat activity and incidents.
* Demonstrated experience in delivering effective written and verbal communication and collaboration skills.
* Demonstrated experience in providing TH support with accuracy for effected resolution and documentation purposes.
* Demonstrated experience in supporting multiple cybersecurity incidents simultaneously.
* Demonstrated experience in adapting easily to learning new technologies.
* Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
* Demonstrated experience with problem solving new incidents without knowledgebase articles.
* Demonstrated experience with creating and editing SOP and incident reports.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions
* Monday - Friday 6AM-2PM
Strength Demands
* Light - 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs. A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls.
Physical Requirements
* Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; See; Push or Pull
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
IT Outsourcing & Consulting
SALARY
$81k-105k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/27/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/26/2024
