Jr Industrial Control System Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst - with OT/CTI/Threat Hunt experience

Peraton Inc
Arlington, VA, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Starter
Experience required
6 years minimum
Compensation
$86,000.0 - $138,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Data Analysis Cyber Security Computer Networks Computer Telephony Integration Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Intrusion Detection and Prevention Open Source Technology Mitre Att&ck Cyber Threat Analysis Cybercrime Process Control Systems Operational Systems
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Cyber Warfare

Job description

Peraton is currently hiring a Jr Industrial Control System Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst for its Federal Strategic Cyber programs., As a Jr Industrial Control System Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will play a vital role in safeguarding critical infrastructure by integrating multiple intelligence sources to create actionable insights and recommendations. You will support operational teams and senior leaders by investigating and analyzing cyber threats specific to operational technology environments., * Fuse multiple intelligence sources to develop comprehensive products, recommendations, and prioritize organizational focus.

  • Research and investigate current threats in operational technology (OT), critical infrastructure sectors, and mission areas.
  • Analyze data to derive insights on adversary capabilities, intentions, tactics, and behaviors in relation to critical infrastructure attacks.
  • Research and review cyber warfare tactics, techniques, and procedures affecting information networks.
  • Prepare assessments and threat profiles related to ICS/SCADA systems based on recent trends.
  • Escalate new or high-priority threats to the Cyber Physical Forensics Section as needed.
  • Investigate OT defensive tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for threat detection and response.
  • Map ICS activities and threats using the MITRE ATT&CK Framework.
  • Collaborate with host, network, and cloud forensic analysts to support incident response and threat hunting missions.
  • Identify potential open-source vulnerabilities within ICS/SCADA environments.
  • Assess emerging threats and vulnerabilities related to homeland security.
  • Analyze classified threat intelligence reports concerning ICS/SCADA to evaluate adversary intent and capability.
  • Produce high-quality papers, presentations, and recommendations for senior US government intelligence and operations officials.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: LU

  • Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience, or Associate’s degree and 4 years, or High School diploma and 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Hands-on experience in processing, triage, threat analysis, and responding to cyber incident reports.
  • Demonstrated ability to research and analyze cyber threats across multiple industries or timeframes, including critical infrastructure sectors.
  • Familiarity with cyber threat intelligence tools such as DomainTools, VirusTotal, SHODAN, etc..
  • Proven experience producing all-source (unclassified and classified) finished intelligence assessments aligned with ICD203 analytic tradecraft standards.
  • Demonstrated strong collaboration skills and ability to build key threat intelligence partnerships to enhance information sharing and cyber defenses.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain DHS EOD agency clearance prior to start., * SANS Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP).
  • SANS GIAC Response and Industrial Defense (GRID).
  • SANS GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI).

Benefits & conditions

Parental leave, 401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Health savings account, Dental insurance, Life insurance Arlington, VA, Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

About the company

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

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