Full-Time

Cyber Capability Developer Senior

Fbi

Posted on 7/28/2025

NexThreat

NexThreat

1-10 employees

Deployed detection analytics for Fortune 50

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Washington, DC, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
IT & Security (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Vulnerability Analysis
Splunk
Requirements
  • Current TS/SCI Clearance required
  • Must pass FBI security suitability
  • Must pass an FBI-administered Counterintelligence polygraph if one has not been conducted within the last five years
  • US Citizenship, no dual citizenship
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on incident response and monitoring
  • Proven track record of leading security operations and threat detection initiatives
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development and implementation of advanced cybersecurity strategies and procedures to enhance incident detection and response capabilities
  • Collaborate with the Watch Floor Team to improve operational processes and incident handling efficiency
  • Utilize Splunk Enterprise Security and Microsoft Sentinel for comprehensive monitoring and analysis of security events
  • Conduct in-depth investigations of security incidents, providing expert analysis and actionable recommendations
  • Mentor and train junior team members on cybersecurity best practices and incident response techniques
  • Perform threat assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify and mitigate potential risks
  • Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies, integrating relevant findings into operational practices
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of incident response plans and playbooks
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel
  • GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON)
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
  • GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
  • GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
  • GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
  • GIAC Cloud Threat Detection (GCTD)
  • GIAC Cloud Forensics Responder (GCFR)

NexThreat provides security detection analytics to help large organizations identify and respond to digital threats. The company’s products work by deploying specific detection methods across a client's infrastructure to monitor data and flag suspicious activity. Unlike many consulting firms, NexThreat distinguishes itself through the scale of its deployments, serving a high volume of Fortune 50 companies, military branches, and government agencies. Its goal is to secure complex environments by providing proven analytical tools that protect critical data and systems.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • MelkoTech acquisition on January 2, 2024, adds cybersecurity staffing expertise.
  • CEO Ruben Gavilan notes enhanced machine learning via talent integration.
  • HUBZone internships build compliant talent pipeline for government clients.

What critics are saying

  • MelkoTech integration fails from cultural clashes, causing recruiter attrition in 12-24 months.
  • Lockheed Martin poaches 3-5 key engineers, eroding detection moat in 12-18 months.
  • Booz Allen acquires NexThreat, ending independence in 18-36 months.

What makes NexThreat unique

  • NexThreat leads in detection analytics deployed across Fortune 50, military, and agencies.
  • Certified 8a, SDVOSB, and HUBZone for federal contracting advantages.
  • Specializes in AI-driven threat detection and compliance automation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account/Flexible Spending Account

Profit Sharing

Employee Referral Bonus

Company News

NexThreat
Feb 2nd, 2024
NexThreat Acquires MelkoTech

NexThreat acquires MelkoTech.

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