Cyber Defense Analyst

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Suitland, MD
Salary: $87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 4 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $142k

This role $122k

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TL;DR · Cyber Defense Analyst

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The Cyber Defense Analyst joins a mission-focused team supporting the Navy's cybersecurity environment to protect critical TS/SCI networks including JWICS and ATLAS. In this role, you will serve on the front line of cyber defense by monitoring security tools for alerts, anomalies, and indicators of compromise while performing initial technical analysis of events. You will manage incident tickets, conduct proactive threat hunting, perform wireless security scans, and deliver situational awareness briefings. The position requires expertise in the Certified Network Defender discipline and proficiency with SIEM systems like Splunk and Elastic, as well as NIDPS tools such as Cisco FirePower and Palo Alto NGFW. Technical skills include knowledge of host-based tools like Trellix ePO and Microsoft Defender, scripting languages including Python and PowerShell, and familiarity with penetration testing tools like Kali and Metasploit.

Skills

SIEM Splunk Elastic Cisco FirePower Palo Alto NGFW Trellix ePO Microsoft Defender Tanium Python PowerShell Kali Nmap Burp Suite sqlmap Metasploit Cybersecurity Threat Hunting

What you'll do

Monitor security tools and perform initial analysis of alerts across TS/SCI networks.
Investigate cybersecurity events and escalate potential incidents to higher-tier analysts.
Manage incident and event tickets within the approved organizational ticketing system.
Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify malicious activity and emerging threats.
Perform wireless security scans of facilities and document findings in reports.
Correlate alerts across multiple platforms to identify patterns, trends, and potential threats.
Prepare and deliver operational and situational awareness briefings to stakeholders.
Support annual cyber defense exercises for the Navy's cybersecurity environment.

What we're looking for

Active TS/SCI security clearance.
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Assurance, or a related field (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
4+ years of experience for candidates without a relevant degree.
Concentrated experience in the Certified Network Defender (CND) discipline.
Professional experience monitoring and investigating alerts from cybersecurity tools.
Experience with SIEM systems, NIDPS, and host-based security tools.
Knowledge of scripting/coding languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Java.
Must possess one of several specified certifications including Security+, CySA+, CEH, or Cisco CyberOps.