Cyber Network Threat Analyst
Location: Springfield, VA, Virginia, US
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Overview:
A defense and intelligence organization is seeking a Cyber Network Threat Analyst to provide technical threat analysis and cyber defense support for a mission-focused government program. The role requires strong expertise in network analysis, cybersecurity, forensic investigation, and threat detection. The successful candidate will analyze network activity and security data, investigate potential threats, produce technical assessments, and recommend countermeasures to reduce cyber risk.
Responsibilities:
Produce accurate and timely technical and intelligence reports in accordance with established procedures and deadlines.
Provide written and technical analysis supporting forensic investigations, counterintelligence cyber inquiries, and recurring threat reports.
Detect anomalous network activity through analysis of intrusion detection systems, incident tickets, event data, security logs, and configuration changes.
Conduct detailed cyber threat analysis and develop forecasts, alerts, and recommendations for mitigating emerging risks.
Investigate malicious code to identify attack vectors, payloads, affected systems, and potential damage.
Recommend corrective actions and defensive measures based on investigative findings.
Analyze network artifacts to identify suspicious activity and potential indicators of compromise.
Translate stakeholder requirements into clear technical requirements and analytical objectives.
Document best practices, lessons learned, and analytical methodologies to support quality assurance.
Collaborate with cybersecurity, counterintelligence, technical, and operational teams.
Support continuous improvement of cyber threat analysis and defense processes.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED with at least 6 years of progressively responsible network analysis experience.
A bachelor's degree may substitute for 2 years of experience, while a master's degree may substitute for 1 year.
Experience identifying, interpreting, and analyzing network artifacts.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification requirements associated with DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance IAT Level II within one year.
Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited federal or Department of Defense counterintelligence training academy.
Bachelor's or graduate degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics discipline.
DoD Cyber Crimes Investigator certification.
Significant experience with malware analysis.
Experience using cyber risk automation and threat analysis tools.
Clearance Requirements: Active TS/SCI security clearance. Ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain stationary for approximately 50% of the workday.
Ability to occasionally move throughout the office to access equipment, files, and office machinery.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management, and customers, including participating in presentations and exchanging accurate technical information.
