> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1914425-incident-response-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1914425-incident-response-analyst). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Incident Response Analyst - **Company:** SkyePoint Decisions, Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Linux, Digital Forensics, Monitoring of Systems, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Malware, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Fireeye, Cyber Warfare, Splunk, Qualys - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0e243f6591738c0d ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Assurance, or related discipline. * Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, incident response, SOC operations, threat detection, or cyber defense. * Experience supporting Federal Government cybersecurity programs. * Knowledge of the Incident Response Lifecycle: * + Preparation + Detection & Analysis + Containment + Eradication + Recovery + Lessons Learned * Experience using SIEM platforms such as Splunk. * Experience with vulnerability management and security assessment tools. * Experience investigating malicious activity, suspicious behaviors, and security events. * Strong understanding of: * + Windows and Linux operating systems + Network protocols and architecture + Security monitoring technologies + Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) + IDS/IPS technologies + Cloud security concepts * Experience developing incident reports and executive summaries. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to support on-call and incident response activities as required. * U.S. Citizenship required. * Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Preferred Qualifications: One or more of the following certifications: * + GCIH (GIAC Certified Incident Handler) + ECIH (EC-Council Certified Incident Handler) + Security+ + CEH + CySA+ + GCFA + CISSP + OSCP * Experience supporting HHS or other Federal civilian agencies. * Knowledge of NIST SP 800-61 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide). * Experience with FireEye, Palo Alto, Tenable, Qualys, Rapid7, Splunk, and EDR platforms. * Familiarity with FISMA compliance requirements. * Experience conducting malware analysis, threat hunting, or digital forensics. * Experience developing cybersecurity metrics and dashboard reporting. ## Description SkyePoint Decisions is seeking an Incident Response Analyst to support cybersecurity operations by monitoring, analyzing, investigating, and responding to security incidents across enterprise, cloud, network, and endpoint environments. The analyst will work closely with security engineers, vulnerability management teams, system owners, and government stakeholders to identify threats, contain incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and improve the overall security posture of Federal systems. This position is fully remote., * Participate in 24x7 incident response operations, escalation activities, and emergency response procedures as required. * Track corrective actions resulting from incidents, exercises, and after-action reviews through resolution and effectiveness validation. * Recommend improvements to incident response procedures, controls, monitoring strategies, and cybersecurity processes. * Monitor and analyze security events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, cloud security, and network monitoring platforms. * Investigate suspected cybersecurity incidents and determine scope, impact, severity, and root cause. * Perform incident triage, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis activities. * Correlate logs, alerts, threat intelligence, and forensic evidence to identify malicious activity. * Coordinate incident response activities with stakeholders, system owners, and cybersecurity teams. * Escalate incidents in accordance with government-approved procedures and response playbooks. * Document findings, investigative activities, and remediation recommendations in formal incident reports. * Develop and maintain indicators of compromise (IOCs), detection logic, and response procedures. * Conduct forensic analysis of systems, logs, and digital evidence when required. * Support cybersecurity exercises, tabletop simulations, and annual incident response testing. * Participate in lessons learned reviews and recommend improvements to incident response plans and standard operating procedures. * Assist with the development and maintenance of incident response documentation, workflows, and playbooks. * Support compliance with FISMA, HHS, and NIST cybersecurity requirements. * Provide technical briefings and reports to management and government leadership. ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. Developers Decide What Actually Gets Deployed.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/693-events-like-rsac-get-you-cisos-developers-decide-what-actually-gets-deployed)