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Node.Digital

Develops AI-driven digital solutions for missions

Host Forensic Analyst/Host Based Systems Analyst

Security Operations & Incident ResponseConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeArlington County, Arlington, VA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • An active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance is required.
  • Must be able to obtain Department of Homeland Security suitability.
  • At least 5 years of directly relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading-edge technologies and industry-standard forensic tools is required.
  • Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of evidence, including forensic images.
  • Ability to write cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings.
  • Experience analyzing and characterizing cyber attacks.
  • Experience with proper evidence-handling procedures and chain-of-custody protocols.
  • Skill 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.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Computer Engineering is required, or a high school diploma with 7–9 years of host or digital forensics experience.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Federal leads in overseeing and leading forensic teams at on-site engagements by coordinating evidence collection operations.
  • Provide technical assistance on digital evidence matters and forensic investigative techniques to appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Write in-depth reports, support peer reviews, and provide quality assurance reviews for junior personnel.
  • Support forensic analysis and mentor or provide guidance to others on data collection, analysis, and reporting for on-site engagements.
  • Assist with leading and coordinating forensic teams during preliminary investigations.
  • Plan, coordinate, and direct the inventory, examination, and comprehensive technical analysis of computer-related evidence.
  • 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 on-site incident response activities and provide updates to leadership throughout the engagement.
  • Evaluate, extract, and analyze suspected malicious code.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with or knowledge of two or more of the following tools: EnCase, FTK, SIFT, X-Ways, Volatility, Wireshark, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy, Splunk, Snort, or other endpoint detection and response tools such as CrowdStrike and Carbon Black.
  • Proficiency in conducting all-source research.

About the Company

Node.Digital

Develops AI-driven digital solutions for missions

Node.Digital builds digital solutions using AI automation and machine learning to help clients achieve their missions. Its approach centers on designing and deploying AI-powered software that automates processes, analyzes data, and supports decision-making for complex, mission-focused problems. Unlike general software firms, Node.Digital emphasizes delivering tailored, mission-driven solutions that address each customer’s unique objectives. The company’s goal is to enable organizations to operate more effectively and achieve impactful outcomes by applying AI and ML to real-world challenges.

Company size
11-50
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Herndon, VA
Founded
2017

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