Cyber Fusion and Threats Analyst

Leidos, Inc.
Odenton, MD, United States
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$107,900.0 - $195,050.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Cloud Computing Security Cyber Security Information Systems Computer Forensics Database Queries OSI Models Network Security Log Analysis NetFlow Open Source Technology TCP/IP Wireshark
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Computer Network Operations Mitre Att&ck Malware Cyber Threat Analysis Cybercrime Cyber Warfare Splunk

Job description

he Leidos Digital Sector has a current job opportunity for a Cyber Security Watch Officer (CSWO) - Lead on our GSM-O II DISA Command Comprehensive Support Services (DCCSS) program supporting the 24x7 operations at the DISA Joint Operations Center (DJOC) on Ft. Meade, MD., GSM-O II provides network operations and cyber defense support to the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) in support of the Department of War (DoW) and Combatant Commands (CoCOMs)., * Maintain situational awareness of cyber activity by reviewing DoD, Intelligence Community and open source reporting for new vulnerabilities, malware or other threats that have the potential to impact the DoDIN.

  • Support mission-critical Continuity of Operations (COOP).
  • Synthesize, summarize, consolidate and share potentially malicious activities on the DoDIN with DISA and mission partner organizations by creating incident reports, wiki updates, collaboration/chat tippers and notifications, DoD incident handling database queries, metrics, and trend reports.
  • Assist in providing threat and vulnerability analysis as well as security advisory services and recommendations.
  • Train and mentor other team members.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of professional experience (related DISA experience and cyber courses/certification is accepted in lieu of a degree.)
  • Must have DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security+ CE or higher) at start date and be able to obtain CSSP-A certification within 180 days of start date.
  • Proficient understanding of Cyber Network Defense (CND) in regards to protect, detect, respond and sustain within a Computer Incident Response organization.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to clearly articulate technical and strategic level cyber matters to a variety of audiences.
  • Highly developed research and analytical skills to pinpoint statistically significant patterns related to cyber threats.
  • Understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth.
  • Must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance., * Knowledgeable in Cloud security/defense.
  • Experience with DISA and DoD Networks.
  • Working knowledge of cyber operational security, log analysis, netflow analysis, incident response, malware analysis, computer forensics, and/or cyber-crime.
  • Advanced Certifications such as SANS GIAC/GCIA/GCIH, CISSP or CASP.
  • Demonstrated experience briefing Senior Executive Service (SES) and General Officer/Flag Officer (GO/FO) leadership.
  • Working knowledge and proficiency utilizing Wireshark and Splunk analysis tools.
  • Experience in intelligence driven defense and/or Cyber Kill Chain (CKC) methodology; knowledge of Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) and other cyber threat modeling frame works.
  • Working knowledge of the U.S. Intelligence Community and/or Fusion centers.

Benefits & conditions

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .

About the company

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

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