Cyber Security Analyst Senior

$95,500 - $210,100/Yr

CACI International - Springfield, VA

Part-time - Senior

Springfield, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cyber Security Analyst Senior position at CACI involves providing critical support in detecting, identifying, and reporting potential cyber threats and incidents. This role is essential for maintaining the security of the organization's information systems and requires a strong background in cybersecurity operations, incident response, and analysis of network traffic. The position is part-time and requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance with a polygraph, emphasizing the importance of trust and integrity in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provides detection, identification, and reporting of possible cyber-attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities.
• Characterizes and performs analysis of network traffic and system data to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to resources.
• Performs security event and incident correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources within the enterprise.
• Performs cyber incident triage to include determining scope, urgency, and potential impact; identify the specific vulnerability and make recommendations which enable expeditious remediation.
• Tracks and documents cyber incidents from initial detection through final resolution.
• Analyzes and assesses damage to the data/infrastructure as a result of cyber incidents.
• Performs cyber incident trend analysis and reporting.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: B.S. or equivalent experience in related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• CSSP-IR certification required (CEH preferred)
• IAT Level II (GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security) certification required
• Proficient in Windows and Linux operating systems
• Experience working in a Cybersecurity Operations Center environment desired
• Experience with COTS technologies used in a Cybersecurity Operations Center environment desired
• Working knowledge of current COTS Cybersecurity technologies
• Working knowledge of database and operating system security
• Understanding of latest security principles, techniques, and protocols.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously; coordinating resources and ensuring scheduled goals are met.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to effectively interact with various levels of senior management is necessary.
• Ability to make decisions and resolve problems effectively - Seek out information and data to evaluate, prioritize and formulate best solution or practice.
• Must be able to multi-task, work independently and as part of a team, share workloads, and deal with sudden shifts in project priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities
• Flexible time off benefit
• Comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.