Cybersecurity Incident Responder

$94,400 - $198,300/Yr

CACI International - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cybersecurity Incident Responder role is focused on safeguarding and securing the Nation's cyber and communications infrastructure. This position involves responding to cybersecurity incidents, coordinating with various stakeholders, and utilizing specialized tools to enhance the security posture of U.S. Federal IT networks. The role requires hands-on involvement in incident recovery and assessment, contributing to the overall mission of the DHS CDM Program.

Responsibilities

• Work with the USCG Cyber Command and external vendors to recover from incidents.
• Gather artifacts and recover systems during incidents.
• Deploy within 72 hours for incident response when necessary.
• Support incident response via phone, email, or remote access when deployment is not possible.
• Coordinate with external service providers, system owners, and Information System Security Officers (ISSOs).
• Maintain portable vulnerability assessment and malware analysis tools for incident response efforts.
• Contribute to Incident Assessment and Response Report deliverables.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant experience in cybersecurity.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Certifications: IAT III, CND, and CSSP-IR.
• Subject matter expertise in Cyber Threat Hunting, Malware Analysis, Cyber Threat Intelligence, or Digital Forensics.
• Experience working in a Cyber Security Operations Center.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms.
• Experience with scripting languages like Python or PowerShell for automation.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrable knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and network protocols.
• Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and email security.
• Knowledge of Windows/Linux/macOS systems and application security concepts.
• Understanding of cloud security fundamentals and common threat actor TTPs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Wellness programs.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Family support programs.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Flexible time off benefits.