Arsiem

IT consulting and cybersecurity for governments

Host Based Systems Analyst 3

Security Operations & Incident ResponseConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeArlington County, Arlington, VA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or a high school diploma with 10 or more years of host or digital forensics experience.
At least 8 years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading-edge technologies and industry-standard forensic tools.
Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of computer systems (forensic images).
Ability to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings.
Experience analyzing and characterizing cyber attacks.
Experience with proper digital asset collection and preservation procedures and chain-of-custody protocols.
Skill in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages.
Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities.
Knowledge of proactive analysis of systems and networks, including creating trust levels for critical resources.
Ability to work collaboratively across physical locations.
Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security Entry on Duty suitability.

Responsibilities

Assist Federal leads in overseeing and leading forensic teams at onsite engagements by coordinating data collection and acquisition operations.
Provide technical assistance on data collection and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessary.
Write in-depth reports and support peer reviews and quality assurance reviews for junior personnel.
Support forensic analysis and mentor or guide others on data collection, analysis, and reporting during onsite engagements.
Assist with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigations.
Plan, coordinate, and direct the inventory, examination, and comprehensive technical analysis of computer systems and digital artifacts.
Distill analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports.
Serve as a technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explain investigation details, including forensic methodologies and protocols.
Track and document onsite incident response activities and provide updates to leadership throughout the engagement.
Travel to incident response locations in the United States, Territories, and Possessions.
Evaluate, extract, and analyze suspected malicious code.

Desired Qualifications

Proficiency in conducting all-source research.
Experience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools: EnCase, SIFT, X-Ways, Volatility, Wireshark, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy, Magnet Axiom Cyber, Snort, Splunk or other Security Information and Event Management tools such as ArcSight, LogRhythm, and Elastic, or other Endpoint Detection and Response tools such as CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Trellix.
GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, or CISSP certification.

About ARSIEM Corporation

At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support.

As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting-edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients. That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with.

ARSIEM is looking for a Host Forensics Analyst to provide front line response for digital forensics/incident response (DFIR) and proactively hunting for malicious cyber activity. This position will support one of our Government clients in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

Assisting Federal leads with overseeing and leading forensic teams at onsite engagements by coordinating data collection/acquisition operations
Providing technical assistance on data collection techniques and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessary
Writing in-depth reports, supports with peer reviews and provides quality assurance reviews for junior personnel
Supporting forensic analysis and mentoring/providing guidance to others on data collection, analysis and reporting in support of onsite engagements.
Assisting with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigation
Planning, coordinating and directing the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer systems and digital artifacts.
Distilling analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports
Serving as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explaining investigation details to include forensic methodologies and protocols
Tracking and documenting on-site incident response activities and providing updates to leadership throughout the engagement
Traveling to incident response locations in the United States, Territories & Possessions
Evaluating, extracting and analyzing suspected malicious code

Minimum Qualifications

BS Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma and 10+ years of host or digital forensics experience
8+ years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading edge technologies and industry standard forensic tools
Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of computer systems (forensic images)
Able to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings
Experience with the analysis and characterization of cyber attacks
Experience with proper digital asset collection and preservation procedures and chain of custody protocols
Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages
Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
Knowledgeable in proactive analysis of systems and networks, to include creating trust levels of critical resources
Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency with conducting all-source research.
GCFA, GCFE, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP
Experience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools:
EnCase
SIFT
X-Ways
Volatility
WireShark
Sleuth Kit/ Autopsy
Magnet Axiom Cyber
Snort
Splunk or other SIEM Tools (ArcSight, LogRythm, Elastic, etc.)
Other EDR Tools (Crowdstrike, MDE, Trellix, Etc)

Clearance Requirement: This position requires an Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability.

Candidate Referral: Do you know someone who would be GREAT at this role? If you do, ARSIEM has a way for you to earn a bonus through our referral program for persons presenting NEW (not in our resume database) candidates who are successfully placed on one of our projects. The bonus for this position is $3,500, and the referrer is eligible to receive the sum for any applicant we place within 12 months of referral. The bonus is paid after the referred employee reaches 6 months of employment.

ARSIEM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

About the Company

Arsiem

IT consulting and cybersecurity for governments

ARSIEM Corporation provides advanced IT consulting services, specializing in multiple areas including cybersecurity, enterprise architecture and development, and applications development, predominantly for government clients. The firm is distinguished by its deep commitment to cybersecurity and robust IT solutions that ensure enhanced protection and efficient digital infrastructures. This commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies in specialized areas of IT makes ARSIEM Corporation an excellent workplace for professionals aiming to actively contribute to significant, high-impact projects within the government sector.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Baltimore, Maryland
Founded: 2013

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