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Adapt Forward · 1 month ago

DCO Watch Analyst Tier III Forensics CHS

North Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Adapt Forward is a cybersecurity solutions provider for some of the nation’s most valuable information systems. As a Tier 3 Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) Watch Analyst, you will be responsible for leading complex incident responses, conducting proactive threat hunting, and enhancing detection capabilities within a Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) environment.

ComputerCyber SecurityNetwork Security

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Examine system, software, security, and user hives for evidence of program execution, USB usage, network connections, and user activity

Execute forensic imaging of computers and storage media

Acquire and analyze digital evidence using industry-standard forensic tools and techniques on Windows and Linux systems including prefetch, jump lists, shellbags, and other operating system specific artifacts

Acquire and analyze memory captures to recover additional artifacts and evidence

Decode and interpret various file formats and digital communications

In-depth understanding of digital forensic methodologies, incident response workflows, and forensic tools

Lead incident response efforts, including analysis, mitigation, and reporting of significant incidents per CJCSM 6510.01B

Manage incident response campaigns by developing strategies, coordinating multi-team efforts, and ensuring comprehensive resolution and reporting

Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify advanced threats and vulnerabilities within the network

Lead purple team exercises to evaluate and enhance detection and response capabilities in collaboration with red and blue teams

Evaluate and refine detection mechanisms, including IDS/IPS signatures and log correlation rules, to improve accuracy and reduce false positives

Perform advanced network and host-based digital forensics on Windows and other operating systems to support incident investigations

Coordinate with reporting agencies and subscriber sites to ensure comprehensive analysis and reporting of significant incidents

Develop and maintain internal SOP documentation, ensuring alignment with CJCSM 6510.01B and other directives

Provide 24/7 support for incident response during non-core hours, and mentor junior analysts

Lead program reviews, product evaluations, and onsite certification evaluations

Overtime may be required to support incident response actions (Surge)

Operations are conducted 24/7/365 across three regional operation centers (ROC)

Each ROC works four ten-hour shifts (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday)

Shift placement is at the discretion of assigned managers

Qualification

Digital ForensicsIncident ResponseThreat HuntingCJCSM 6510.01BForensic ToolsProgramming PythonProgramming PowerShellIDS/IPS SolutionsLog Aggregation ToolsAnalytical AbilityCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline and 5 years or at least 8 years of experience working in a CSSP, SOC, or similar environment

2+ years of experience performing tactical forensics duties

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Must have requisite certifications to fulfill DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP-specific requirements

Preferred

Experience and expertise in incident response forensic activities

Proficient programming skills in a common language such as PowerShell, Python, Golang, Rust or C/C++

Forensic focused certification such as GCFA, GCFE, etc

Comprehensive knowledge of CJCSM 6510.01B

Deep expertise in IDS/IPS solutions, including signature development and optimization

Extensive experience with Digital Forensics across multiple operating systems

Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of Incident Response Procedures

Advanced proficiency with host-based tools and operating system logging

Expertise in log aggregation tools (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Sentinel) for complex correlation analysis

Exceptional logical thinking and analytical ability

Superior verbal and written communication skills

Proven ability to solve complex problems independently

Benefits

Comprehensive Physical Wellness Package, including Medical, Dental, Vision Care, plus Flexible Spending Accounts for health- and dependent-care are included in our standard benefits plan.

401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contribution is immediately available and vested.

Annual Training Budget to be used for conference attendance, school enrollment, certification programs, and associated travel expenses.

Eleven Federal Holidays, plus three weeks of PTO/vacation/sick leave that accrues at a rate of ten hours per month.

Employee Assistance Program: Counseling/legal assistance and other employee well-being programs are also offered.