Cyber Threat Analyst

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Requisition #: 583Job Title: Cyber Threat AnalystLocation: 22001 Loudoun  County PkwyAshburn, Virginia20147Clearance Level: Active DoD - Background CheckRequired Certification(s): ·       Security+ Certification or equivalent in industry certification, background and knowledge.SUMMARYThe Security Operations Center (SOC) is a U.S. Government program responsible to prevent, identify, contain and eradicate cyber threats to the DHS's networks through monitoring, intrusion detection and protective security services to DHS's information systems.  The SOC is responsible for the overall security of the clients Enterprise-wide information systems, and collects, investigates, and reports any suspected and confirmed security violations.The SOC Program has a critical need for a Tier 1 Cyber Threat Analyst.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES·       The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of cyber threats, information security, and monitoring and detection. The candidate must be familiar with TCP/IP ports and protocols, intrusion detection systems, and netflow analysis
QUALIFICATIONSRequired Certifications·       Security+ Certification or equivalent in industry certification, background and knowledge.Education, Background, and Years of Experience·       Requires BS degree and 2 – 4 years of relevant experience or Masters with less than 2 years of relevant experience.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSRequired Skills·       Must be a US citizen, no clearance required·       Must clear a DHS BI·       Between 1-3 years of Cyber Threat Analysis experience·       Knowledge of TCP/UDP/IP networking, familiarity with packet analysis tools such as WireShark, and a general understanding of networking protocols similar to COMPTIA Network+
WORKING CONDITIONSEnvironmental Conditions·       Shift schedule: 7pm-7am, Sun-Tues, every other Wednesday.Strength Demands·       Light – 20 lbs. Maximum lifting with frequent lift/carry up to 10 lbs.  A job is light if less lifting is involved but significant walking/standing is done or if done mostly sitting but requires push/pull on arm or leg controls.Physical Requirements·       Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
Happy - Be Infectious.Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
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