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# Attack Sensing & Warning Analyst Junior

- **Company:** Accenture
- **Location:** Leesburg, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $65,900.0 - $126,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, Computer Forensics, System Configuration, Digital Forensics, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Windows PowerShell, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, Forensic Toolkit, Scripting, Encase, Cyber Warfare, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/67E34B1EACCD4CBAB978B9F1C72B4EB6/job/

## About the Role

* US Citizenship; BS degree (or 4 years of additional experience as a substitute).
 * Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in network or UNIX/Linux system administration, software engineering, software development, or a related field.
 * Working knowledge of TCP/IP protocols, security methodologies, and experience configuring technical security solutions.
 * Proficiency in at least one programming language, familiarity with reverse engineering tools, and open-source computer forensic tools.
 * Exposure to at least one commercial forensic toolkit (FTK, EnCase, Cellebrite, or similar) is preferred.
 * Coursework or hands-on lab experience with digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) fundamentals is preferred.
 * Basic scripting ability (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) to support evidence processing and analysis workflows is preferred.
 * Required Certifications: One or more of CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, GSEC, SSCP.

## Description

Join our Cyber Defense Forensics (CDF) team as a Forensics Specialist, supporting a federal agency's security operations center. In this entry-level role, you will gain hands-on experience in digital forensic analysis under the guidance of senior analysts. This position is ideal for early-career professionals eager to develop forensic skills, offering mentorship and a clear career progression path.

What you'll do:

 * Conduct endpoint and network-based digital forensic analysis for Cyber Defense Forensics or Insider Threat investigations, under supervision.
 * Utilize commercially available and open-source forensic tools to perform forensic analysis tasks effectively.
 * Assist in maintaining SOC's forensic lab equipment, including imaging stations and forensic workstations.
 * Perform static and dynamic file analysis to identify malware characteristics, intent, and origin.
 * Support categorizing, prioritizing, and reporting on security events as per established forensic SOPs.
 * Conduct antivirus scans on maintenance software files prior to use on the enterprise network.
 * Perform pre- and post-travel scans of agency-issued laptops and mobile devices for authorized personnel travel.
 * Document findings clearly in case notes and draft sections of formal investigation reports for senior review.