Network Defense and Security Analyst

Network Defense and Security Analyst

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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CACI has an exciting and immediate opportunity for a Cybersecurity – Network Defense and Security Analyst to support the USAF Network Operations Security Center (NOSC). This position works on-site at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. This is a shift work position in a work center providing 24x7x365 support.

Responsibilities:

• Support real-time monitoring and analysis of IDS/IPS devices and alerts, track trends of authorized and unauthorized activity, and correlate unusual and suspicious network activity across USAFCNET/USCENTCOM networks.

• Provide site-specific and service-level intrusion packet level analysis using selected tools and activities related to mission execution.

• Perform cyber incident handling and support activities, including but not limited to incident reporting, notification, documentation, and coordination; detection of events; preliminary analysis and identification; preliminary response actions; incident analysis; response and recovery; and post incident analysis IAW applicable policy and directives.

• Maintain IDS/IPS devices to ensure they are operating at optimal efficiency, including, but not limited to assisting in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and management of IDS/IPS sensors; assist in the development and documentation of sensor processes and checklists; and provide technical advice and assistance to resolve network issues.

• Perform network event correlation and advanced traffic analysis, vulnerability analysis, IDS/IPS sensor maintenance, IDS/IPS database & VPN technical support, network defense training, support Standardization & Evaluation (Stan/Eval) activities, perform operational process tracking and processing; provide systems and exercise planning support, and prepare network defense technical reports.

• Provide oral and written briefs, presentations, and professional reports to government senior leaders and decision makers. 

Required: 

• DoD Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

• B.S. in related field, and 5 or more years’ relevant IT experience; OR 7 or more years’ relevant IT experience.

Relevant experience:

• Must possess experience and demonstrate an understanding of Microsoft server installation, roles, active directory, storage, performance management, and maintenance.

Minimum Professional Certifications:

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification.

• CCNA or CompTIA Network+ CE.

• ITIL Foundation within 60 days of start date. 

Desired: 

• Extensive knowledge of network firewalls, computer and server log analysis, computer network servers and analysis of their logs; and digital evidence collection, handling, and security.

• Extensive knowledge and experience with network packet capture and analysis software such as WireShark (Ethereal) and Snort.

• Experience with standard DoD network topology and DMZ boundary protection; DoD/AF incident reporting processes; Familiarity with NSA Threat Operations Center (NTOC) Attack, Sensing & Warning (AS&W) alerts and processing; knowledge and experience processing Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) notices.

What We Can Offer You:

• We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

• We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.

• We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

• For over 55 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$65,000 - $136,500

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.