Jr Cyber Defense Incident Responder

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

• 2+ years of experience in conducting incident handling/response, cyber threat hunting, Computer forensics, Cyber Network Defense and Analysis
• Associate’s Degree or Higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related field
• IAT II 8140 Certification
• GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
• Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with potential for higher read-ins
• Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security methodologies.
• Knowledge of national and international laws, regulations, policies, and ethics as they relate to cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Knowledge of specific operational impacts of cybersecurity lapses.
• Knowledge of authentication, authorization, and access control methods.
• Knowledge of cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools, including open-source tools, and their capabilities.
• Ability to interpret and incorporate data from multiple tool sources.
• Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).
• Knowledge of intrusion detection methodologies and techniques for detecting host and network-based intrusions via intrusion detection technologies.
• Knowledge of Palo Alto XOAR playbook development.
• Linux Incident response and forensics background.
• Knowledge of information technology (IT) security principles and methods (e.g., firewalls, demilitarized zones, encryption).
• Knowledge of network traffic analysis methods
• Skilled in deep packet inspection (DPI), anomaly detection, and traffic pattern analysis using tools like Zeek, Wireshark, NetFlow, and PCAP replay environments, Access Authorization, Access Control, Authentication, Computer Forensics, Computer Network Defense (CND), Computer Networks, Computer Science, Computer Security, Cryptography, Cyber Threat Hunting, Firewalls, Forensic Science, GCFA - GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst, IAT - Information Assurance Technical, Incident Response, International Law, Internet Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Linux Operating System, Netflow, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Traffic Analysis, Open Source, Pattern Analysis, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Security Attacks, Wireshark (Ethereal)

Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $80,000.00 to $110,000.00 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program