Cyber Threat Intel Analyst

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Ashburn, VA
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Posted
179 days ago

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Below market

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Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 245 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 235 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Cyber Threat Intel Analyst

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This senior cyber threat analyst role within the U.S. Government’s cybersecurity program involves conducting in-depth analysis to identify and mitigate cyber threats across various IT environments including LAN/WAN, cloud services, and mobile devices. The incumbent will develop actionable intelligence for leadership, track high-priority threat campaigns, and produce technical reports and briefings independently. Key responsibilities include scripting for threat detection using languages like Python and C++, as well as supporting the Security Operations Center during incident response activities. Candidates must have a Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility and at least 4-8 years of experience in cyber security analysis, along with relevant certifications such as CISSP or SANS GCIA. The role requires expertise in host-based and network-based security monitoring solutions and familiarity with tools like Analyst1 for threat intelligence management.

Skills

Python VBScript C++ HTML XML CI/CD Kubernetes Terraform AWS Azure Google Cloud PostgreSQL MongoDB Splunk SIEM Cyber Threat Intelligence Threat Hunting Incident Response Penetration Testing Reverse Engineering Mitre ATT&CK Structured Analytic Techniques

What you'll do

  • Conduct cyber threat analysis to identify and mitigate risks.
  • Track and investigate high-priority threat campaigns and malicious actors.
  • Develop scripts for cyber threat detection in various formats.
  • Provide support during incident response and threat intelligence activities.
  • Produce technical and non-technical products with minimal supervision.
  • Maintain situational awareness of emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Correlate cyber intelligence sources to enhance organizational security.

What we're looking for

  • Must have Top Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI
  • BS in IT related field or higher and 5+ years of experience as a Tier II senior cyber security analyst
  • 3+ years recent experience with host-based and network-based security monitoring solutions
  • Experience developing scripts for cyber threat detection using VB, Python, C++, HTML, XML
  • At least one relevant cybersecurity certification (CISSP, SANS, OSCP, etc.)
  • Ability to work independently and produce high-quality technical products
  • Familiarity with Threat Intelligence tools such as Analyst1

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