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Host Forensics Analyst
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Overview The DHS’s Hunt and Incident Response Team (HIRT) secures the Nation’s cyber and communications infrastructure. BCMC performs HIRT investigations to develop a preliminary diagnosis of security breaches, providing remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid incident response, and immediate investigation and resolution using host-based and network-based cybersecurity analysis capabilities.
Responsibilities
Assists with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigations
Plans, coordinates and directs the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer‑related evidence
Distills analytic findings into executive summaries and in‑depth technical reports
Serves as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explains investigation details, including forensic methodologies and protocols
Tracks and documents on‑site incident response activities and provides updates to leadership throughout the engagement
Evaluates, extracts and analyzes suspected malicious code
Acquires/collects 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 in support of developing 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 to include 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
Conduct analysis of forensic images and available evidence in support of forensic write‑ups for inclusion in reports and written products
Assist to document and publish Computer Network Defense (CND) guidance and reports pertaining to incident findings
Required Skills & Clearances
U.S. Citizenship
Active TS/SCI clearance
Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability
5+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading‑edge technologies and industry‑standard forensic 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
Proficiency with proper evidence‑handing procedures and chain‑of‑custody protocols
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
Able to work collaboratively across physical locations
Proficiency with common operating systems (e.g., Linux/Unix, Windows)
Desired Skills
Proficiency with two or more of the following tools: EnCase, FTK, SIFT, X-Ways, Volatility, WireShark, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy, Splunk, Snort, or other EDR tools (CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, etc.)
Proficiency conducting all‑source research
Desired Certifications
GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP
Required Education BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma with 7‑9 years of host or digital forensics experience.
Company Overview Business Computers Management Consulting Group, LLC (BCMC) is a small business specializing in Information Technology (IT), Cybersecurity, Information Assurance (IA), SOA, Big Data Management, Program Management, and more for Federal, State, and Local agencies. BCMC possesses highly skilled engineers and is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 20000:2018, and CMMI L3 certified.
Benefits
Extremely competitive salary
95% employer paid for employee medical, dental, and vision coverages
100% employer paid for employee life, STD & LTD disability coverages
401(k) with company match and profit sharing
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent & health care
11 standard holidays & 3 weeks of annual leave
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Host Forensics Analyst
role at
BCMC .
Overview The DHS’s Hunt and Incident Response Team (HIRT) secures the Nation’s cyber and communications infrastructure. BCMC performs HIRT investigations to develop a preliminary diagnosis of security breaches, providing remote and onsite advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid incident response, and immediate investigation and resolution using host-based and network-based cybersecurity analysis capabilities.
Responsibilities
Assists with leading and coordinating forensic teams in preliminary investigations
Plans, coordinates and directs the inventory, examination and comprehensive technical analysis of computer‑related evidence
Distills analytic findings into executive summaries and in‑depth technical reports
Serves as technical forensics liaison to stakeholders and explains investigation details, including forensic methodologies and protocols
Tracks and documents on‑site incident response activities and provides updates to leadership throughout the engagement
Evaluates, extracts and analyzes suspected malicious code
Acquires/collects 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 in support of developing 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 to include 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
Conduct analysis of forensic images and available evidence in support of forensic write‑ups for inclusion in reports and written products
Assist to document and publish Computer Network Defense (CND) guidance and reports pertaining to incident findings
Required Skills & Clearances
U.S. Citizenship
Active TS/SCI clearance
Ability to obtain Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry on Duty (EOD) Suitability
5+ years of direct relevant experience in cyber forensic investigations using leading‑edge technologies and industry‑standard forensic 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
Proficiency with proper evidence‑handing procedures and chain‑of‑custody protocols
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
Able to work collaboratively across physical locations
Proficiency with common operating systems (e.g., Linux/Unix, Windows)
Desired Skills
Proficiency with two or more of the following tools: EnCase, FTK, SIFT, X-Ways, Volatility, WireShark, Sleuth Kit/Autopsy, Splunk, Snort, or other EDR tools (CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, etc.)
Proficiency conducting all‑source research
Desired Certifications
GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP
Required Education BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering or related degree; or HS Diploma with 7‑9 years of host or digital forensics experience.
Company Overview Business Computers Management Consulting Group, LLC (BCMC) is a small business specializing in Information Technology (IT), Cybersecurity, Information Assurance (IA), SOA, Big Data Management, Program Management, and more for Federal, State, and Local agencies. BCMC possesses highly skilled engineers and is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 20000:2018, and CMMI L3 certified.
Benefits
Extremely competitive salary
95% employer paid for employee medical, dental, and vision coverages
100% employer paid for employee life, STD & LTD disability coverages
401(k) with company match and profit sharing
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent & health care
11 standard holidays & 3 weeks of annual leave
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