Nightwing ยท 1 day ago
Cyber Network Defense Analyst II
Sterling, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNightwing is a company that provides advanced cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence support services. They are seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst II to support the Department of Homeland Security's Hunt and Incident Response Team by performing investigations, conducting forensic analysis, and providing incident response for cyber incidents.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Correlate forensic findings to network events in support of developing an intrusion narrative
Collect and document system state information (e.g. running processes, network connections) prior to imaging, as required
Perform forensic triage of an incident to include determining scope, urgency and potential impact
Track and document forensic analysis from initial participation through resolution
Coordinate with Government staff and customer personnel to validate/investigate alerts or additional preliminary findings
Conduct analysis of forensic images, and available evidence in support of forensic write-ups for inclusion in reports and written products
Assist to document and publishing Computer Network Defense (CND) guidance and reports pertaining to incident findings
Characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to network resources
Coordinate with enterprise-wide cyber defense staff to validate network alerts
Document and escalate incidents (including event's history, status, and potential impact for further action) that may cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment
Perform event correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources within the enterprise to gain situational awareness and determine the effectiveness of an observed attack
Provide daily summary reports of network/host events and activity relevant to cyber defense practices
Receive and analyze network & host alerts from various sources within the enterprise and determine possible causes of alerts
Provide timely detection, identification, and alerting of possible attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities and distinguish these incidents and events from benign activities
Use cyber defense tools for continual monitoring and analysis of system activity to identify malicious activity
Analyze identified malicious activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, effects on system and information
Identify and analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata
Identify applications and operating systems of a network device based on network traffic
Identify network mapping and operating system (OS) fingerprinting/other baselining activities
Assist in the construction of signatures which can be implemented on cyber defense network tools in response to new or observed threats within the network environment or enclave
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship
Active TS/SCI clearance
Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability
2+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber defense analysis using leading edge technologies and industry standard cyber defense tools
Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of evidence (forensic images)
Ability to author cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings
Proficiency with analysis and characterization of cyber attacks
Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages
Understanding of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
Understanding of proactive analysis of systems and networks
Able to work collaboratively across physical locations
Action-oriented and have a proactive approach to problem solving
Proficiency with common operating systems (e.g., Linux/Unix, Windows)
Experience implementing incident handling methodologies
Preferred
Proficiency with One or more of these EDR Tools; CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Cortex, MS MDE, or Trellix
Proficiency with two or more of the following tools: Host forensics software (EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy), SIFT, Volatility, KAPE, WireShark, Splunk, Elastic
Proficiency conducting all-source research
BS Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma & 5 years of network/host investigations experience
Desired Certifications: (One or More) GCFE, GCFA, GCLD, GCPS, GCPN, GWEB, GIRD, GREM, GNFA, GCIH, GCIA, GSEC, Kubernetes Security Specialist, Microsoft 365 Certifications, Microsoft Azure Certifications, AWS Certifications, SANS Cloud Courses (SEC541, SEC584, SEC588) and Certifications GSEC (SANS401), Network+, Security+, CEH
Company
Nightwing
We are the intelligence services company that continually redefines the edge of the possible to keep advancing our national security interests.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase