Cyber Defense Research and Forensics Analyst

Mindpoint Group, LLC has an exciting opportunity to join the Research and Forensics team as a Cyber Defense Research and Forensics Analyst for one of our clients in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This position is critical to the continued maturation of the clients operational capabilities and you will join an established and experienced group that is motivated to provide excellent services in defending federal infrastructure. You will work closely with other research and forensics analysts, threat hunters, threat analysts in an established SOC and we will rely on you to examine recovered data and to perform forensics analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Decrypt seized data using technical means
• Provide a technical summary of findings in accordance with established reporting procedures
• Ensure that chain of custody is followed for all digital media acquired in accordance with the Federal Rules of Evidence
• Identify digital evidence for examination and analysis in such a way as to avoid unintentional alteration
• Perform dynamic analysis to boot an “image” of a drive to see the intrusion as the user may have seen it in a native environment
• Perform static analysis to mount an "image" of a drive (without necessarily having the original drive)
• Perform file signature analysis and hash comparison against the established database
• Perform real-time cyber defense incident handling (e.g., forensic collections, intrusion correlation and tracking, threat analysis, and direct system remediation) tasks to support deployable Incident Response Teams (IRTs)
• Perform tier 1, 2, and 3 malware analysis
• Extract data using data carving techniques (e.g., Forensic Tool Kit [FTK])
• Capture and analyze network traffic associated with malicious activities using network monitoring tools
• Utilize deployable forensics toolkits to support operations as necessary
• Perform Windows registry and file analysis
• Collect and analyze intrusion artifacts (e.g., source code, malware, and system configuration) and use discovered data to enable mitigation of potential cyber defense incidents within the enterprise

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in CS-related field preferred, experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 4-7 years of experience in digital forensics, incident response, and threat hunt activities
• Demonstrated competency in forensic tools like Encase and Wireshark
• Core Competencies in computer forensics, computer networking and operating systems
• Experience with operational security, including security operations center (SOC), incident response, malware analysis, or IDS and IPS analyses
• Understanding of scripting languages such as Python and regular expressions
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux OS’ and command lines

Tools:

• Encase
• X-Ways Forensics
• Magnet Forensics (Axiom Process, Axiom Examine)
• FTK Imager/Examiner
• Splunk
• Netwitness
• Wireshark
• CrowdStrike

Desired:

• CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• GCFA - GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst
• GCFE - GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner
• GREM - GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware
• GNFA - GIAC Network Forensic Analyst

Clearance:

• Top Secret Clearance required

Location:

• This position is hybrid with expectations of being on the client site for cases needed with hands-on analysis

Text code DRFA to 202-915-6712 to apply!

Since 2009, MindPoint Group has been the cybersecurity firm of choice for the most security-conscious US federal agencies and commercial enterprises.

We're proud to be one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing companies in the country. With several ‘Best Places to Work’ awards under our belts, we have a diverse employee-focused culture, accessibility, and communication between all levels and departments, and over 4 stars in reviews on Glassdoor.

Come be a part of what we're building. We use our award-winning recruitment process to seek the most skilled, experienced, and driven information security consulting experts in the industry, while simultaneously empowering applicants to determine if MindPoint Group is the right fit for them. We are profoundly invested in selecting the right people to join our team and are equally driven to expand and develop careers long-term.

With positions throughout the US, a role at MindPoint Group promises you:

• An opportunity to work within one of the most diverse DC-based organizations
• Generous tuition and professional development reimbursements
• Mentorship opportunities with leaders focused on your growth
• Competitive benefits like 401k matching, 11 federal holidays, etc.
• And more!

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $120-145k. This does not guarantee a specific salary, as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, maternity/paternity leave, mobile phone stipend, pre-tax commuter benefits, the opportunity to participate in our mentorship program, and more!
• MindPoint is committed to maintaining a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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