Valiant Solutions · 10 hours ago
Cyber Threat Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expValiant Solutions is seeking a Cyber Threat Analyst to join their rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team. This role supports a major federal client by analyzing and producing enhanced cybersecurity and threat intelligence information to mitigate cyber threats, while also developing the Cyber Insider Threat Program.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySecurity
Responsibilities
The Cyber Threat and Intelligence Analyst will support the customer’s overall cyber threat analysis efforts
Researches, analyzes, and writes documents such as cybersecurity intelligence bulletins, alerts, and briefings for all levels of stakeholders from Tier 1-3 SOC, security engineering, and executives
Ensures documentation is accurate, complete, meets editorial and government specifications, and adheres to standards for quality, graphics, coverage, format, and style
Ensures content is developed in an appropriate style for the intended audience, including presentations, bulletins, white papers, memos, policies, briefings, and other products
Acquires subject knowledge by collaborating with analysts and engineers
Assists in coordinating projects from the planning stage, provides additional or missing materials, and edits for content format, flow, and integrity
Research topics and collaborate with stakeholders to understand communication product requirements; analyze business problems and helps prescribe communication solutions
Deep understanding of Cyber Threat TTPs, Threat Hunt, and the application of the Mitre Attack Framework
Perform Cyber Threat Assessment and Remediation Analysis
Processing, organizing, and analyzing incident indicators retrieved from the client environment, and correlating said indicators to various intelligence data
Assisting in the coordination with internal teams as well as in the creation of engagement deliverables for a multitude of activities, including but not limited to Insider Threat, Rule of Engagement (ROE), Threat Hunting, After Action Reports, and other artifacts to support testing, monitoring, and protecting the enterprise
Investigate network and host detection and monitoring systems to advise engagement processes
Develop core threat intelligence capability and subject matter expertise
Develop and execute bash and Python scripts to process discrete log files and extract specific incident indicators; develop tools to aid in Tier 1 and Tier 2 functions
Qualification
Required
One of the following certifications is required: CISSP, GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), or GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence Certification (GCTI) certification
3+ years of experience in cyber threat intelligence, cyber technical analysis, threat hunting, and threat attribution assessment with increasing responsibilities
2-4+ years of experience in a technical capacity; preferably in a role related to any of the following disciplines: security operations, network monitoring or analysis, intrusion or anomaly detection
Bachelor's Degree or a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of malware analysis, advanced persistent threats, infection vectors, and defense strategies
Experience with and knowledge of cyber threats and/or intelligence analysis
Expert written and oral communication skills, including experience with executive-level presentations
Knowledge of and experience with standard network logging formats, network management systems, and network security monitoring systems, security information, event management, network packet analysis tools, and forensic analysis tools
Knowledge of and experience with web proxy, firewalls, IPS, IDS, mail content scanning appliances, enterprise AntiVirus solutions, Network Analyzers, and domain name servers desired
Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: network security principles, host-based security principles, network and system administration, and forensic analysis principles
Advanced user of Splunk, Varonis, SECOPS RSA Archer, Microsoft Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), Microsoft Exchange Online Protection, Netwitness, PaloAlto, Redseal, Trend Micro anti-virus solutions, Webinspect, Wireshark, Tenable and ForeScout (MSS) tools (e.g. LookingGlass, FireEye, and InfoBlox)
Knowledge related to the current state of cyber international relations, adversary tactics, and trends
Ability to work quickly and a willingness to complete ad hoc, time-sensitive assignments
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, ability to document technical analysis, and articulate outcomes to non-technical audiences
Good working knowledge of cyber threat intelligence analysis
Strong analytical skills and the ability to effectively research, write, communicate, and brief to varying levels of audiences, including at the executive level
Previous experience managing cross-functional and interdisciplinary project teams to achieve tactical and strategic objectives
Benefits
Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
100% Paid Certifications
401K Matching up to 4%
Paid Time Off
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time On – 40 hours to pursue innovation
Wellness & Fitness Program
Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal
Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking
FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
Referral Bonuses
Company
Valiant Solutions
Valiant Solutions, LCC stands out as a premier provider of Cybersecurity and IT services aiding the Federal Government in staying ahead of complex information security challenges.
201-500 employees
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Funding
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Bluestone Investment Partners
2024-12-18Private Equity
Leadership Team
Matt Raydo
President & CEO
Kristi Grigg
Chief Financial Officer
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