Space Dynamics Laboratory · 11 hours ago
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst
North Logan, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$117K/yr - $175K/yr
10+ years expSpace Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a skilled Information Security Analyst with extensive hands-on cybersecurity experience to join their dynamic security operations team. The role focuses on threat detection, incident response, and enhancing the overall security posture of the organization.
Non Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Monitors security alerts from SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, email filter, endpoint tools, and other platforms
Performs triage, investigation, and escalation
Develops, tunes, and maintains detection rules, signatures, queries, and behavioral analytics
Conducts proactive threat hunting for IOCs to identify attacker TTPs
Conducts deep threat analysis on software packages and applications
Optimizes and maintains deception platforms
Investigates security incidents from initial detection through containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned
Documents incidents thoroughly, including root cause analysis, timelines, and recommendations
Coordinates response activities with internal teams and, when needed, external partners
Operates and optimizes security tools
Automate repetitive tasks and workflows using tools and/or scripting (Python, PowerShell, etc.)
Supports vulnerability management processes: scanning, prioritization, remediation tracking, and validation
Evaluates new security technologies and recommends improvements to existing tools and processes
Consumes, automates, analyzes, and applies internal and external threat intelligence to enhance detections, hunting, and defenses
Collaborates with IT, GRC, engineering, and other teams on security projects, risk assessments, and awareness efforts
Participates in threat emulation, purple team exercises, or control testing to validate and strengthen defenses
Maintains, updates, and contributes to incident response playbooks, runbooks, and standard operating procedures
Assists with NIST 800-171 compliance and regulatory requirements through evidence collection, control testing, and assessment support
Identifies gaps in security processes and proposes enhancements to improve efficiency, detection accuracy, and decrease MTTD/MTTR
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field with 10+ years, or a Master's degree with 8+ years, of professional experience in cybersecurity operations, threat detection, incident response, or related technical security roles
Must possess CISSP or equivalent DoDD 8570 certification
Proven experience with event triage and monitoring tools
Proficient in log analysis, event correlation, and identifying IOCs
Experience using Sandboxing and other threat and malware analysis tools
Proven ability to lead and mentor junior-level analysts
Understanding of NIST 800-171 and CMMC requirements or strong understanding of security and compliance concepts related to another framework (RMF, CSF)
Willing to respond to incidents outside of regular business hours, as needed
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
Ability to work well under pressure
Currently possess the CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) certification or can obtain certification within 6 months of employment
Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Preferred
Strong understanding of networking architecture
Knowledge of cloud security concepts, DevSecOps practices, or adversary emulation frameworks
Prior experience mentoring team members or leading small cybersecurity projects
Experience in enterprise environments, cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS
Proficiency in scripting/automation and query languages (SQL, SPL, FQL, KQL)
Benefits
Competitive salaries
A comprehensive benefits package
Company
Space Dynamics Laboratory
Space Dynamics Laboratory is served as a nonprofit unit of the utah state university research foundation.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Darin Partridge
C4ISR Systems Division Director
Jed Hancock
President
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