Tier I Intrusion Analyst

Tier I Intrusion Analyst

As required by our governmental client, this position requires A Top-Secret clearance or Department of Energy "Q" clearance to be considered.  

The candidate will be part of the Security Operation Center (SOC) working in a 24x7 environment. The position requires interaction with security personnel at customer sites, various levels of management, and outside agencies. Position can include up to 10% travel, local and nationwide. Applicant must be a positive, flexible, self-starter requiring minimal supervision, and able to excel in a fast-paced environment. Communication skills are critical with the ability to verbalize and provide documentation to both technical and non-technical audiences. Applicants must be detail-oriented and can multi-task effectively. Our staff provides cyber security support to the Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Tier I Intrusion Analyst: $67,000 to $72,000.

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Tier I Intrusion Analyst Responsibilities Include: 

• Monitor, deter, identify, and investigate computer and network intrusions. Ability to research trends and countermeasures in computer/network including vulnerabilities, exploits, and malicious activity. Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with computer network security techniques and best practices. Technical focus on the monitoring and analysis of large, distributed and complex network. Candidate must be able to identify suspicious and malicious activity in a heterogeneous network environment and respond appropriately.
• Research new and evolving threats and vulnerabilities with potential to impact the monitored environment.
• Read and understand network packet capture files.
• Monitoring and analysis of network and IDS information.
• Log collection, analysis, correlation, and alerting.
• Identification of suspicious/malicious activities.
• Identification and tracking of malicious code.
• Reporting malicious activity to client locations with recommendations for remediation.
• Review and management of incident resolutions 
• This position may require up to 10% travel. 
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Tier I Intrusion Analyst Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Security or related technical discipline OR 4 years professional IT experience may be used in lieu of degree.
• Three (3) years of working experience in IT or cybersecurity
• Active Department of Energy (DOE) “Q” Clearance OR Top Secret Security Clearance OR Secret with an SSBI investigation or the ability to obtain a clearance
• US Citizenship required (dual citizenship not permitted)
• Must be willing to work various shifts in a 24x7 environment.
• Strong knowledge of networking - Strong knowledge of common network protocol behavior.
• Strong knowledge of information security principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent customer service skills 
• One or more years’ previous experience in network intrusion analysis is highly desired 
• Experience with network and host-based IDS/IPS preferred.
• Experience with SIM/SIEM technologies preferred.
• The following information security training is highly desired: SANS GSEC, SANS GCIA, SANS GCIH, CEH, OSCP.
• Compliance with 8570 CND-A within six months.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Criterion is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Criterion, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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• Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
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Keywords:

• Intrusion Detection
• Incident Response
• Security Monitoring
• Threat Analysis
• Cybersecurity Operations

Legal Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.