Computer Network Defense (CND) Analyst

Job Type Full-time Description

At The One 23 Group, our mission is to set the benchmark for excellence in government services. We empower our clients in the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and Federal Civilian sectors to excel with our advanced capabilities. Our dedication lies in fostering a people-first culture, underpinned by steadfast ethical principles. Embracing innovative technologies and process improvements, we are steadfast in our journey toward a future that is both bright and transformative.

Our expertise spans consulting and analytics, digital workplace solutions, and cyber compliance. With our global footprint, we place a strong emphasis on nurturing our people and culture, which forms the core of our successful strategies in leadership and financial management. We pride ourselves on our extensive experience and effective approach, ensuring that we lead with both innovation and integrity.

The One 23 Group, a Virginia-based Government Contractor, seeks a TOP SECRET/SCI Cleared Computer Network Defense (CND) Analyst local to Washington DC Metropolitan area. 

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced Computer Network Defense (CND) Analyst who will be responsible for protecting, monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to unauthorized activities within assigned information systems and computer networks. The CND Analyst utilizes cybersecurity capabilities to respond to alerts and emerging threats, ensuring compliance with Computer Network Defense (CND) requirements. This role involves the use of Information Assurance (IA) tools and techniques to perform compliance analysis, tracking, remediation coordination, and escalation of non-compliance incidents. The CND Analyst also provides technical analysis, sustainment support for IA tools and applications, and applies defense-in-depth strategies to mitigate network threats.

This position plays a critical role in maintaining the security and integrity of enterprise networks by employing perimeter defense controls, analyzing threats, and ensuring compliance with CND requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Defense Monitoring & Protection: Protect, monitor, detect, and analyze network activity to identify unauthorized access or security threats within assigned systems and networks.
• Threat Response & Analysis: Employ cybersecurity capabilities to respond to CND alerts and emerging threats, analyzing the situation and implementing appropriate responses.
• CND Compliance & Remediation: Serve as an expert on CND compliance requirements. Use IA tools and techniques to conduct compliance analysis, track non-compliance incidents, coordinate remediation efforts, and escalate issues when necessary.
• Technical Analysis & Support: Provide technical analysis and support for IA tools, applications, and cybersecurity solutions across the enterprise.
• Defense-In-Depth & Perimeter Controls: Assist in applying Defense-in-Depth strategies and perimeter defense controls to protect networks from emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Incident Management: Perform incident analysis and provide insights on threat intelligence to ensure the rapid identification and resolution of security incidents.
• Reporting & Documentation: Document security incidents and provide detailed reports on findings, response actions, and recommendations for improving network defense mechanisms.

  

Qualifications:

• Education: 
  • REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity or related field. 
• Experience - REQUIRED:
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in network defense, cybersecurity, or a related area.
• Extensive knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and RMF.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity defense tools such as IDS, IPS, AESS, DNS security practices, firewalls, SIEM, Linux/UNIX        command line, and packet capture analysis.
• Expertise in incident response, network monitoring, and compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Certifications: Must possess one of the following certifications:
  • REQUIRED:
    • CompTIA Security+ 
    • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 
    • CNDSP Incident Responder (CNDSP-IR)
    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Clearance: 

· Must possess an active TOP SECRET/SCI clearance with eligibility for IT-1 designation.