Cyber Analyst

• Bachelor’s Degree in cybersecurity or similar degree and 4- 8 years of relevant experience. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree\n
• Minimum 4+ years of professional experience in Cyber Security\n, * A good understanding of networking - protocols at all layers of the networking stack and network architecture accompanied with various tooling needed for network analysis such as Wireshark.\n

n \nLeidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Defensive Cyber Software Developer in our \nNational Security Sector’s (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At \nLeidos, we offer \ncompetitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. \nJoin us and make a difference in National Security\n \n Leidos Dynetics seeks a Mid-Level Cyber Analyst to support development and research efforts alongside a diverse team creating solutions for Cyber, EW, and PNT threats at the tactical edge. You’ll help shape detection algorithms and actionable alerts by applying practical SOC experience and forensic expertise, working closely with skilled Red Teamers to identify and counter advanced adversary techniques.\n \n This is a full-time position with the Leidos Cyber Electromagnetic Activity (CEMA) team that is based in Huntsville, Alabama, and will require the candidate to be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance. \n \n \nPrimary Responsibilities:\n \n \n \n

• Perform Threat Intelligence Integration and Research reporting on detection gaps within our problem set while staying current on TTPs, vulnerabilities, and SOC technologies\n

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• Detection Engineering & Tuning analyzing false positives/negatives and providing feedback to developers so they can tweak detection algorithms for accuracy and operational relevance\n

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• Bridge the gap between defensive operations and software engineering by conducting training sessions and walkthroughs using simulated SOC scenarios\n

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• Participate in sprint planning and product roadmap discussions to ensure the “operator perspective” is baked into software requirements\n

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• Provide input on UI/UX for analyst efficiency and reduce cognitive load during high-stress alerts\n