Cyber Intrusion Analyst

Job Category: Technology and IT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: USA
Company Name: Leidos

Company Overview

About Leidos:

Leidos, a Fortune 500® innovation company, tackles complex challenges in national security and health. With a global team of 48,000, they develop advanced technology solutions for highly regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported $15.4 billion in revenue for 2023.

Company Culture and Recognition:

Leidos is recognized for providing meaningful, challenging, and impactful work aligned with customer missions. They have received numerous awards, including:

  • Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity
  • Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women
  • Military Times Best for Vets Employers
  • Ethisphere Institute’s World’s Most Ethical Companies®

Employee Experience:

Leidos offers:

  • Career growth opportunities through mobility and development.
  • Supportive work environment with talented colleagues and supervisors.
  • Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance.
  • Employee Resource Groups, such as CORE, for inclusive engagement.

Call to Action:

Explore career opportunities at careers.leidos.com.

Key Takeaways:

  • Leidos is a large, established company focused on innovation.
  • They prioritize employee well-being and career development.
  • They are recognized for their commitment to diversity and ethical practices.
  • They work on important projects related to national security and health.
  • About the Job
  • About Leidos:

    Leidos, a Fortune 500 company, is seeking a Cyber Intrusion Analyst for their Network Assurance team in Pearl Harbor, HI. This role supports the integrity and security of enterprise-wide systems and networks, working closely with government counterparts in a 24/7 environment.

    Role Overview:

    The Cyber Intrusion Analyst will perform computer network incident detection and response, monitor security tools, analyze anomalous activity, and provide recommendations for mitigation.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Perform computer network incident detection and response.
    • Monitor security tools and applications for malicious activity.
    • Analyze low-level events to identify unauthorized activity.
    • Conduct near real-time event triage and analysis.
    • Utilize DoD-approved network monitoring and traffic analysis tools.
    • Review and analyze logs to detect intruders.
    • Develop and tune countermeasures and guidance.
    • Perform network traffic analysis using raw packet data, net flow, IDS/IPS, and custom sensor output.
    • Understand attack signatures, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP).
    • Document events and analysis in a ticketing system.
    • Communicate effectively with team members and government counterparts.

    Required Qualifications:

    • Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
    • Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of related experience (or equivalent).
    • Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (e.g., Sec+ CE).
    • Current DoD 8570 CSSP Analyst Certification (e.g., CEH, CySA+) or ability to obtain within 180 days.
    • Experience with CND duties (Protect, Defend, Respond, Sustain).
    • Experience working with DoD/Government Leaders.
    • Strong computing system knowledge, including networking and security elements.
    • Experience evaluating packet captures.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Command Line Scripting skills (PERL, Python, shell scripting).
    • Knowledge of hacker TTPs.
    • Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain.
    • Monitoring of intrusion detection and computer defense appliances (Splunk, Elastic).
    • Knowledge of advanced threat actor TTPs.
    • Understanding of software exploits.
    • Ability to analyze packed and obfuscated code.

    Benefits:

    • Competitive compensation and benefits.
    • Professional development and career growth programs.
    • Employee-forward culture.

    Salary:

    • $85,150.00 – $153,925.00 (pay range is a guideline).

    Work Environment:

    • Pearl Harbor, HI.
    • 24/7 operations, shift work required.

    Key Takeaways:

    • This role requires an active Top Secret clearance.
    • Strong cyber intrusion analysis and network security skills are essential.
    • DoD 8570 certifications are required.
    • Leidos offers competitive compensation and career development opportunities.

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