Cyber Threat Analyst

ICF is a mission-driven company filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives of others and making the world a better place. Our cybersecurity experts work to protect the functions and missions that are vital to our people, government, and military through proactive planning and strong public-private partnerships. 

We’re currently hiring a Cyber Threat Analyst SME to support a federal cybersecurity client as part of our team helping to secure and protect the Nation’s critical infrastructure resilience. This role will provide technical and analytical insights into information related to cyber incidents, vulnerabilities, and threat actor activity.

In-person work will be conducted on the client site in Arlington, VA. Candidates must be located in the National Capital Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess threat and vulnerability information shared by partners for potential impact to federal agency systems and critical infrastructure

• Determine validity and impact of threat information, provide analysis, and collaborate to determine necessary partner notifications and potential product development

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate timely and informed cyber incident response activities

• Monitor inboxes and other real-time communication channels for partner communications, respond to cyber partner inquiries, coordinate cybersecurity products (alerts, advisories, etc.) among targeted partners for technical before public distribution

• Apply knowledge of evolving cyber threat landscape, emerging threats, and geopolitical events and trends to enhance the organization’s operational mission

What you will need:

• 5+ years of related professional experience

• U.S. Citizenship required (required by federal government for position)

• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance required

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

• Industry standard certifications are a plus (CompTIA Sec+, CEH, etc.).

• Cyber operations, analysis, and/or incident management response experience

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to apply knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, policies, and procedures in a high-paced operational environment

• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal, and ability to brief senior-level clients on operational activity

• Customer service orientation with strong leadership, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills

• Proficiency with open-source and commercial threat intelligence tools

• Industry standard certifications are a plus

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.  

 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$107,936.00 - $183,491.00

Virginia Client Office (VA88)