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Cyber Defense Analyst (Level 3 / 3rd Shift)
Lockheed Martin Enterprise Operations is seeking a skilled Cyber Defense Analyst to join the Classified Cybersecurity Operations (C2Ops) Team in a highly visible enterprise environment that provides security operations center (SOC) support, cyber analysis, application development, and an extended hours support staff with the mission of defending the enterprise’s classified computing assets.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the initial point of contact for security operations floor activities
Develop, maintain, tune, and monitor cybersecurity content to enhance detection and prevention capabilities
Investigate computer and information security incidents to determine the extent of compromise to information and automated information systems
Provide network forensic and intrusion detection support for high‑technology investigations
Document cyber incident analysis thoroughly at an operational level
Support the detection, response, mitigation, and reporting of cyber incidents
Maintain consistent and effective communication across the team
Stay updated on tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities, data hiding, network security, and encryption
Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should have experience in monitoring and detection, as well as incident response, to support the detection, containment, and eradication of malicious activities targeting customer networks. The ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong background in a variety of cyber defense tools, processes, and technologies, is essential.
Basic Qualifications
Active Secret level security clearance with investigation or CV date within 5 years with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance and pass a Counterintelligence Polygraph
Ability to successfully complete additional enhanced security review in accordance with Government contract requirements and it is a condition of employment that individuals hired into positions requiring program clearance obtain and maintain such clearance within sufficient time to allow Lockheed Martin to meet its business needs
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 3+ years of professional experience; or no years of professional experience with a related master’s degree
Experience with standard security and network environment tools and applications (Splunk, Trellix ePO, ACAS/Tenable.sc, Tanium, Microsoft Sentinel) for use in supporting the detection, response, mitigation, and reporting of cyber incidents
Understanding of threat models, attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures, operating system security requirements, information system auditing, and conducting cyber focused investigations
Desired Skills
Minimum of current Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph
Knowledge of other security disciplines and how they impact and interact with information system security
Experience with Splunk and the ability to write queries, create dashboards
Experience with QMulos Products
Experience with using and building Tanium products
Understanding of basic usage of languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash for automation and data analysis
Experience with network design processes, to include understanding of security objectives, operational objectives, and risk mitigation strategy for the information system
Recognized cloud proficiency and experience with Cloud Security (CCSP, AWS, CSA, CompTIA Cloud+, CCSK, or others)
Experience working in an Information System Security Operations Center conducting incident response and recovery
Understanding of malware functionality, static and dynamic analysis, and ability to identify IOCs, attributes and understanding of signatures
Compensation and Benefits Pay Rate: California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC: $89,300 - $157,550. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
EEO Statement Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Application Window The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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Key Responsibilities
Serve as the initial point of contact for security operations floor activities
Develop, maintain, tune, and monitor cybersecurity content to enhance detection and prevention capabilities
Investigate computer and information security incidents to determine the extent of compromise to information and automated information systems
Provide network forensic and intrusion detection support for high‑technology investigations
Document cyber incident analysis thoroughly at an operational level
Support the detection, response, mitigation, and reporting of cyber incidents
Maintain consistent and effective communication across the team
Stay updated on tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities, data hiding, network security, and encryption
Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should have experience in monitoring and detection, as well as incident response, to support the detection, containment, and eradication of malicious activities targeting customer networks. The ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong background in a variety of cyber defense tools, processes, and technologies, is essential.
Basic Qualifications
Active Secret level security clearance with investigation or CV date within 5 years with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance and pass a Counterintelligence Polygraph
Ability to successfully complete additional enhanced security review in accordance with Government contract requirements and it is a condition of employment that individuals hired into positions requiring program clearance obtain and maintain such clearance within sufficient time to allow Lockheed Martin to meet its business needs
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 3+ years of professional experience; or no years of professional experience with a related master’s degree
Experience with standard security and network environment tools and applications (Splunk, Trellix ePO, ACAS/Tenable.sc, Tanium, Microsoft Sentinel) for use in supporting the detection, response, mitigation, and reporting of cyber incidents
Understanding of threat models, attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures, operating system security requirements, information system auditing, and conducting cyber focused investigations
Desired Skills
Minimum of current Top Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Polygraph
Knowledge of other security disciplines and how they impact and interact with information system security
Experience with Splunk and the ability to write queries, create dashboards
Experience with QMulos Products
Experience with using and building Tanium products
Understanding of basic usage of languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash for automation and data analysis
Experience with network design processes, to include understanding of security objectives, operational objectives, and risk mitigation strategy for the information system
Recognized cloud proficiency and experience with Cloud Security (CCSP, AWS, CSA, CompTIA Cloud+, CCSK, or others)
Experience working in an Information System Security Operations Center conducting incident response and recovery
Understanding of malware functionality, static and dynamic analysis, and ability to identify IOCs, attributes and understanding of signatures
Compensation and Benefits Pay Rate: California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC: $89,300 - $157,550. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
EEO Statement Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Application Window The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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