Nightwing
Overview
Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. We bring disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Responsibilities
Acquire/collect computer artifacts (e.g., malware, user activity, link files) in support of onsite engagements Triage electronic devices and assess evidentiary value Correlate forensic findings to network events to develop an intrusion narrative Collect and document system state information (e.g., running processes, network connections) prior to imaging, as required Perform forensic triage of an incident, determining scope, urgency, and potential impact Track and document forensic analysis from initial participation through resolution Collect, process, preserve, analyze, and present computer‑related evidence Coordinate with government staff and customer personnel to validate/investigate alerts or additional preliminary findings Conduct analysis of forensic images and available evidence to support forensic write‑ups for inclusion in reports and written products Evaluate, extract, and analyze suspected malicious code Document and publish Computer Network Defense (CND) guidance and reports pertaining to incident findings Characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity and potential threats Coordinate with enterprise‑wide cyber defense staff to validate network alerts Perform management duties as required to support the team, projects, and analysts Document and prioritize incidents that may cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment Perform cyber defense trend analysis and reporting Perform event correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources to gain situational awareness and determine the effectiveness of an observed attack Provide daily summary reports of network events and activity relevant to cyber defense practices Receive and analyze network alerts from various sources and determine possible causes Provide timely detection, identification, and alerting of possible attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities, distinguishing them from benign activities Use cyber defense tools for continual monitoring and analysis of system activity to identify malicious activity Analyze identified malicious activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, and effects on systems and information Identify and analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata Validate IDS alerts against network traffic using packet analysis tools Identify applications and operating systems of a network device based on network traffic Reconstruct a malicious attack or activity based off network traffic Identify network mapping and OS fingerprinting activities Assist in the construction of signatures for cyber defense network tools in response to new or observed threats Required Skills/Clearances
U.S. Citizenship Active TS/SCI clearance Ability to obtain DHS Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability 8+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber defense analysis using leading‑edge technologies and industry standard tools Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of evidence (forensic images) Ability to author cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings Proficiency with analysis and characterization of cyber attacks Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages Understanding of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities Understanding of proactive analysis of systems and networks, including creating trust levels of critical resources Ability to work collaboratively across physical locations Action‑oriented and proactive problem‑solving approach Proficiency with common operating systems (e.g., Linux/Unix, Windows) Desired Skills
Understanding of SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS in the cloud environment Proficiency with one or more of the following EDR tools: Crowdstrike, SentinelOne, Cortex, Microsoft MDE, Trellix Proficiency with host forensics software (EnCase, FTK, X‑Ways, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy) Experience with SIFT, Volatility, KAPE, WireShark, Splunk, and all‑source research Required Education
BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma & 10 years of network investigations experience. Benefits & Equal Opportunity
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll work alongside talented individuals passionate about what they do, leveraging collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. We bring disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Responsibilities
Acquire/collect computer artifacts (e.g., malware, user activity, link files) in support of onsite engagements Triage electronic devices and assess evidentiary value Correlate forensic findings to network events to develop an intrusion narrative Collect and document system state information (e.g., running processes, network connections) prior to imaging, as required Perform forensic triage of an incident, determining scope, urgency, and potential impact Track and document forensic analysis from initial participation through resolution Collect, process, preserve, analyze, and present computer‑related evidence Coordinate with government staff and customer personnel to validate/investigate alerts or additional preliminary findings Conduct analysis of forensic images and available evidence to support forensic write‑ups for inclusion in reports and written products Evaluate, extract, and analyze suspected malicious code Document and publish Computer Network Defense (CND) guidance and reports pertaining to incident findings Characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity and potential threats Coordinate with enterprise‑wide cyber defense staff to validate network alerts Perform management duties as required to support the team, projects, and analysts Document and prioritize incidents that may cause ongoing and immediate impact to the environment Perform cyber defense trend analysis and reporting Perform event correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources to gain situational awareness and determine the effectiveness of an observed attack Provide daily summary reports of network events and activity relevant to cyber defense practices Receive and analyze network alerts from various sources and determine possible causes Provide timely detection, identification, and alerting of possible attacks/intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities, distinguishing them from benign activities Use cyber defense tools for continual monitoring and analysis of system activity to identify malicious activity Analyze identified malicious activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, and effects on systems and information Identify and analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata Validate IDS alerts against network traffic using packet analysis tools Identify applications and operating systems of a network device based on network traffic Reconstruct a malicious attack or activity based off network traffic Identify network mapping and OS fingerprinting activities Assist in the construction of signatures for cyber defense network tools in response to new or observed threats Required Skills/Clearances
U.S. Citizenship Active TS/SCI clearance Ability to obtain DHS Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability 8+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber defense analysis using leading‑edge technologies and industry standard tools Ability to create forensically sound duplicates of evidence (forensic images) Ability to author cyber investigative reports documenting digital forensics findings Proficiency with analysis and characterization of cyber attacks Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages Understanding of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities Understanding of proactive analysis of systems and networks, including creating trust levels of critical resources Ability to work collaboratively across physical locations Action‑oriented and proactive problem‑solving approach Proficiency with common operating systems (e.g., Linux/Unix, Windows) Desired Skills
Understanding of SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS in the cloud environment Proficiency with one or more of the following EDR tools: Crowdstrike, SentinelOne, Cortex, Microsoft MDE, Trellix Proficiency with host forensics software (EnCase, FTK, X‑Ways, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy) Experience with SIFT, Volatility, KAPE, WireShark, Splunk, and all‑source research Required Education
BS in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma & 10 years of network investigations experience. Benefits & Equal Opportunity
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll work alongside talented individuals passionate about what they do, leveraging collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
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