NOSC Cyber Analyst

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a NOSC Cyber Analyst to support our customer onsite in Arlington, Va. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate across the enterprise to ensure network security devices are being monitored and are receiving or generating alerts.
• Identify security risks and exposures, determine causes of security violations, and suggest procedures to halt future incidents and improve security.
• Perform network traffic analysis utilizing raw packet data, net flow, IDS, IPS and custom sensor output, as it pertains to the cyber security of communications networks.
• Device monitoring of Tiered alerts for all operational networks.
• Maintain documentation for processes and procedures.
• Create incident reports providing both high level and in-depth details for investigations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Requires 5 years with BS/BA; will consider 4 additional years relevant experience in lieu of BS degree.
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, CICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP)
• Current DoD 8570 CSSP-Analyst certification. (CEH, CFR, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, SCYBER)
• Minimum 5 years experience in Incident Handling/Incident Response
• Experience working with DoD / Government Leaders at all levels
• Experience working CND duties (e.g., Protect, Defend, Respond, and Sustain).
• Strong computing system knowledge, particularly networking, including a knowledge of communication protocols and familiarity with common computing security elements such as IDS/IPS systems and firewalls.
• Knowledge of hacker tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP).
• Familiarity with computing security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain.
• Experience monitoring intrusion detection and computer defense appliances (Splunk, Elastic), applications, and analysis of associated alerts.
• Knowledge of advanced threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP)
• Knowledge of software exploits
• Experience in analyzing packed and obfuscated code.
• Experience evaluating packet captures.
• Strong technical writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work investigations independently and with the team

Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.