Cyber Network Defense Analyst III (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Cyber Network Defense Analyst III (Cybersecurity): Monitoring and analyzing network activity to identify and mitigate cyber threats for U.S. Government agencies with an accent on incident response and packet-level analysis. Focus on detecting anomalous activity, validating IDS alerts, and reconstructing malicious attacks.

Location: Onsite in Sterling, VA or Arlington, VA. U.S. Citizenship and Active TS/SCI clearance are required.

Company

hirify.global provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, and intelligence mission support services to the intelligence community and defense markets.

What you will do

• Analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to network resources.
• Coordinate with cyber defense staff to validate network alerts and escalate critical incidents.
• Perform cyber defense trend analysis, event correlation, and situational awareness reporting.
• Validate IDS alerts using packet analysis tools and reconstruct malicious activities based on network traffic.
• Develop and implement signatures for cyber defense tools in response to new observed threats.
• Identify applications and OS fingerprints of network devices using metadata.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship and Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability.
• 5+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber defense analysis using industry-standard tools.
• Experience detecting host and network-based intrusions via technologies like Snort.
• Proficiency in incident handling methodologies and protocol analyzers.
• BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree (or HS Diploma with 7+ years experience).

Nice to have

• Python programming experience.
• Strong math and science background.
• Experience with Carnegie Mellon SiLK tool suite.
• Professional certifications such as GNFA, GCIH, GCIA, GSEC, CASP+, or CySA+.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment working alongside talented individuals passionate about cybersecurity.
• Opportunity to solve complex problems and drive innovation for critical national security missions.
• Commitment to equal opportunity and inclusive workplace culture.