Cybersecurity Analyst

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: OHILUT
Salary: $69,550–$125,725 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Nearby: 58 roles within 25 mi

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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 237 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 230 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Cybersecurity Analyst

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Join Leidos Digital Modernization as a Cyber Security Analyst supporting the DISA GSM-O II program, where you will be part of a dynamic 24x7 security operations team defending Department of Defense networks against evolving cyber threats. Your daily responsibilities include analyzing real-time threat intelligence, correlating security events to identify and prioritize incidents, conducting network traffic analysis using raw packet data, and collaborating with incident response teams. You will investigate alerts from various sources, analyze extensive log files, and create detailed technical reports while ensuring timely communication of security incidents to customers and USCYBERCOM. The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent, and strong networking knowledge including packet analysis and defense-in-depth principles. Experience with SIEM/SOAR platforms, cloud networks, mobile devices, and scripting skills is preferred.

Skills

SIEM SOAR NetFlow Full Packet Capture AWS Azure GCP Python Shell_scripting Cisco_IDS Snort Talos_Intelligence OSI_Model DoD_8570_IAT_Level_II CEH CySA+_GCIA

What you'll do

Analyze real-time cyber threat intelligence to identify emerging threats.
Correlate security events to prioritize and investigate potential incidents.
Conduct in-depth network traffic analysis using raw packet data for malicious activity detection.
Triage security alerts to rapidly identify and respond to malicious actors.
Monitor DoD and open-source intelligence feeds to integrate Indicators of Compromise into security systems.

What we're looking for

Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI
Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher
Strong foundation in networking and packet analysis for threat detection
Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant cybersecurity experience
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively on security teams
Excellent problem-solving skills with clear communication abilities
Reliable and flexible, willing to work assigned shifts

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