Network Defense Analyst

DESE Research, Inc. seeks a Network Defense Analyst to join an exciting and growing team focused on the cybersecurity analysis, protection, and defense of critical Department of Defense (DoD) networks and infrastructure.

The candidate will join a team of analysts to provide monitoring and analysis of DoD networks to maintain defense and safeguarding of protected data and access. The candidate will additionally perform network flow analysis as well as deep packet inspection to identify vulnerabilities, traffic anomalies, or concerns related to abnormal activity on protected networks. The team will leverage network monitoring tools to process alerts related to vulnerabilities and compile reports based on findings for DoD stakeholders. The candidate will also provide assistance to sites for the assurance of cybersecurity policy compliance and readiness of network infrastructure including firewalls, routers, switches, as well as cloud-hosted services.

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Information Systems, or similar field of study

US Government Security Clearance Requirement

Applicants must at least possess an existing Secret security clearance.

Required Skills and Experience

• Understanding of and experience with configuring and deploying TCP/IP networks
• Experience configuring networking hardware equipment such as firewalls, routers, and switches
• Ability to inspect and configure firewall policies within Windows and Linux environments
• Experience leveraging tools such as tcpdump and wireshark to perform deep packet analysis on IP networks
• Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II (e.g., Security+CE) certification
• One of the following active certifications (or ability to obtain within two months of hire):
• CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, PenTest+
• Ability to work on a small team in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Bonus Skills

• 2-4 years of related experience is desired
• Experience with the Nessus Security Suite of tools from Tenable
• Experience with Splunk, Elastic Search, and Kibana
• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell

About DESE

For the past 43 years, DESE has provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of Defense, Energy, Space, and Environment. As a small, family-oriented business, DESE provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan, competitive salaries, and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

Why employee's love working for DESE:

At DESE, we are committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employee's. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working here:

• Competitive health, dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums
• Flexible work schedules
• Two different flexible spending account options
• Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional
• Performance bonus program
• Education reimbursement program
• Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday leave
• Robust 401k profit sharing plan
• Opportunities for internal promotions
• Employee referral incentive program
• Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Disability Accommodation for Applicants - DESE Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us: hrandsecurity@dese.com or 256-837-8004x123.