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Tyto Athene

Incident Response Analyst (Temporary)

Tyto Athene, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Description Tyto Athene is searching for a temporary

Incident Response Analyst

to support swing shift activities. We believe our Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts form the backbone of our cybersecurity services. Take your career to the next level and join us as a Tier 2 SOC Analyst. You will play a critical role in conducting in-depth analyses and responding to incidents of potential cyber threats facing our clients. In addition to being our initial point of contact for end users, you will serve as the escalation point for junior analysts, helping guide them through more complex and high-priority incidents. Responsibilities: Utilize security tools to analyze, investigate, and triage security alerts

Monitor our customers environments, including cloud and SaaS solutions for evidence of adversarial activity

Perform in-depth analysis and investigation of high-priority cybersecurity incidents

Utilize advanced tools, such as host based digital forensics or malware analysis capabilities, to identify incidents’ root causes, scope, and impact

Collaborate with cyber threat hunting and cyber threat intelligence teams

Participate in the development, implementation, and tuning of the SOC tools detection content and alerting signatures.

Accurately document triage findings, and intake reports of external cybersecurity events from SOC customers via phone or email in the SOCs Incident Management System(IMS)

Learn new open and closed-source investigative techniques

Perform research into emerging threats and vulnerabilities to aid their prevention and mitigation

Help shape the evolution of processes and procedures of the SOC

Provide guidance and mentorship to Tier 1 SOC Analysts to enhance their skills and capabilities

Qualifications Required: Minimum of six (6) years of cybersecurity experience with at least three (3) years in a SOC watch floor analyst or IR role

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Cybersecurity or related is preferred

CISSP or CEH certification; additional experience, formal training, certifications, and/or education may be substitutable at the client's discretion

Experience in some of the following tools and technologies :i.e. SIEM experience required with Sumo Logic/Splunk preferred.

Knowledge of common attacker tools, techniques and procedures (TTP)

Experience with major cloud service provider offerings

Knowledge of malware

Knowledge of enterprise architecture including zero trust principles

Knowledge of Windows and Unix operating systems

Knowledge of common phishing techniques and how to investigate them

Proficiency in technical writing

Able to accurately and succinctly convey information through speaking, email, and presentations

Comfortable in customer facing environments

Ability to maintain a positive customer service mentality

Desired: Previous SOC or incident response experience

Working knowledge of regex and scripting languages

Any SOC analyst relevant certifications such as those from GIAC or CompTIA

The initiative to ask for assistance and offer fresh ideas to improve the SOC’s performance

Shift: Tier 2 A-side Swings (Sun-Wed 12:00pm-10:00pm)

Clearance: TS/SCI Required

Location: This hybrid role is expected to be on the client site at least 2 days per week.

About Tyto Athene Compensation: Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits: Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide. At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto? Tyto Athene, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law. Submit a Referral (https://careers-gotyto.icims.com/jobs/1528/incident-response-analyst-%28temporary%29/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in_iframe=1&hashed=-1834326889) Location

US-DC-Washington ID

2025-1528 Category

Cybersecurity Position Type

Temporary Remote

No

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