Cyber Security Analyst-Level 3 104-007

Ic-Cap - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cyber Security Analyst Level 3 role involves investigating, analyzing, and responding to cyber incidents within a network environment. The position requires the use of various cyber defense tools to mitigate threats and ensure cybersecurity policies and procedures are effectively implemented. This role may also involve coaching less-experienced professionals and leading teams or tasks as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Investigates, analyzes, and responds to cyber incidents within a network environment.
• Uses data from cyber defense tools to analyze events and mitigate threats.
• Interprets, analyzes, and reports events and anomalies according to network directives.
• Evaluates, tests, recommends, and maintains cybersecurity policies and systems.
• Ensures cybersecurity plans and processes align with standards.
• Identifies security risks and suggests procedures to prevent future incidents.
• Researches and evaluates new concepts to improve performance.
• Analyzes cross-functional problems and resolves issues.
• Develops techniques for conducting cybersecurity risk assessments and compliance audits.
• May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals.
• May serve as a team or task lead.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED with 10 years of experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Associates degree with 8 years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience.
• Master's degree with 4 years of experience.
• PhD with 2 years of experience.
• Relevant professional certifications may substitute for experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with GIAC Continuous Monitoring (GMON) or equivalent certifications.
• Familiarity with Splunk Core Certified User certification.
• Knowledge of DoDD 8140/DoD 8570.01M CNDSP certifications.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities without discrimination.