Critical Solutions
T1 Cyber Network Defense Analyst – Day Shift (w/ active TS)
Critical Solutions, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Tier 1 Cyber Network Defense Analyst - Shift Schedule (w/ active TS)
Location: Washington, DC Full-time, Hybrid Clearance: TS/SCI Shift Schedule: Day Shift 7am - 7pm ET
JOB DESCRIPTION Critical Solutions has an immediate opening for a Tier 1 Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to support our federal customer in Washington, DC.
The Tier 1 Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) will be part of a team that provides security operations center (SOC) support, cyber analysis, application development, and a 24x7x365 support staff. Candidates must have the ability to work non-core hours, if necessary.
Duties include network security monitoring and detection. Proactively searching for threats. Inspect traffic for anomalies and new malware patterns. Investigate and analyze logs. Provide analysis and response to alerts, and document activity in SOC investigations and Security Event Notifications (SENs).
PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Utilize a SIEM for enterprise monitoring and detection
Create Security Event Notifications to document investigation findings
Perform critical thinking and analysis to investigate cyber security alerts
Analyze network traffic using enterprise tools (e.g. Full PCAP, Firewall, Proxy logs, IDS logs, etc)
Collaborate with team members to analyze an alert or a threat
Stay up to date with latest threats
Monitor shared email box for notifications and requests
Utilize OSINT to aid in their investigation
Contribute to content tuning requests
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Active TS/SCI
and must be able to obtain and maintain an Entry on Duty (EOD) clearance
must have the ability to work non-core hours, if necessary.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field AND a minimum of two (2) years professional experience in the areas listed below:
Network Administration
Unix/Linux Administration
Software engineering
Software development
Systems administration
Help desk/IT support
The ideal candidate is a self–motivated individual in pursuit of a career in cyber security.
Familiarity with a SOC's purpose and role within an organization
General understanding of common network ports and protocols (e.g. TCP/UDP, HTTP, ICMP, DNS, SMTP, etc)
Familiarity with network topologies and network security device functions (e.g. Firewall, IDS/IPS, Proxy, DNS, etc).
Familiarity with packet analysis tools such as Wireshark
Able to perform critical thinking and analysis to investigate cyber security alerts
Familiarity with common malware and attack vectors
Familiarity with Windows operating systems and standard OS logging
Familiarity with Antivirus, DLP, and host based firewalls
Must have one of the following certifications: A+ CE, CCNA‑Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP, Security+, CySA+
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiar with SOC methodologies and processes
Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g. Python, Powershell, Javascript, VBS etc)
SHIFT SCHEDULE Shift schedule will be determined at the time of the start date
Day Shift Front: 7am - 7pm ET, Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday (8hr shift)
Day Shift Back: 7am - 7pm ET, Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday (8hr shift)
Must have the ability to work non-core hours, if necessary.
LOCATION
This is a hybrid role with expectations of being on the client site most days.
Must be willing and able to commute to Washington, DC
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Must possess an active DoD Top Secret Clearance . In addition, selected candidate must undergo background investigation (BI) and fingerprinting by the federal agency and successfully pass the preceding to qualify for the position. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
CRITICAL SOLUTIONS PAY AND BENEFITS Salary range $58,000 - $74,000. The salary range for this position represent the typical salary range for this job level and this does not guarantee a specific salary. Compensation is based upon multiple factors such as responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, and other requirements.
BENEFIT SNAPSHOT: 100% premium coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Time Off (PTO/Holidays), Higher Education/Training Reimbursement, and more
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Location: Washington, DC Full-time, Hybrid Clearance: TS/SCI Shift Schedule: Day Shift 7am - 7pm ET
JOB DESCRIPTION Critical Solutions has an immediate opening for a Tier 1 Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to support our federal customer in Washington, DC.
The Tier 1 Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) will be part of a team that provides security operations center (SOC) support, cyber analysis, application development, and a 24x7x365 support staff. Candidates must have the ability to work non-core hours, if necessary.
Duties include network security monitoring and detection. Proactively searching for threats. Inspect traffic for anomalies and new malware patterns. Investigate and analyze logs. Provide analysis and response to alerts, and document activity in SOC investigations and Security Event Notifications (SENs).
PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Utilize a SIEM for enterprise monitoring and detection
Create Security Event Notifications to document investigation findings
Perform critical thinking and analysis to investigate cyber security alerts
Analyze network traffic using enterprise tools (e.g. Full PCAP, Firewall, Proxy logs, IDS logs, etc)
Collaborate with team members to analyze an alert or a threat
Stay up to date with latest threats
Monitor shared email box for notifications and requests
Utilize OSINT to aid in their investigation
Contribute to content tuning requests
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Active TS/SCI
and must be able to obtain and maintain an Entry on Duty (EOD) clearance
must have the ability to work non-core hours, if necessary.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field AND a minimum of two (2) years professional experience in the areas listed below:
Network Administration
Unix/Linux Administration
Software engineering
Software development
Systems administration
Help desk/IT support
The ideal candidate is a self–motivated individual in pursuit of a career in cyber security.
Familiarity with a SOC's purpose and role within an organization
General understanding of common network ports and protocols (e.g. TCP/UDP, HTTP, ICMP, DNS, SMTP, etc)
Familiarity with network topologies and network security device functions (e.g. Firewall, IDS/IPS, Proxy, DNS, etc).
Familiarity with packet analysis tools such as Wireshark
Able to perform critical thinking and analysis to investigate cyber security alerts
Familiarity with common malware and attack vectors
Familiarity with Windows operating systems and standard OS logging
Familiarity with Antivirus, DLP, and host based firewalls
Must have one of the following certifications: A+ CE, CCNA‑Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP, Security+, CySA+
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Familiar with SOC methodologies and processes
Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g. Python, Powershell, Javascript, VBS etc)
SHIFT SCHEDULE Shift schedule will be determined at the time of the start date
Day Shift Front: 7am - 7pm ET, Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday (8hr shift)
Day Shift Back: 7am - 7pm ET, Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday (8hr shift)
Must have the ability to work non-core hours, if necessary.
LOCATION
This is a hybrid role with expectations of being on the client site most days.
Must be willing and able to commute to Washington, DC
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Must possess an active DoD Top Secret Clearance . In addition, selected candidate must undergo background investigation (BI) and fingerprinting by the federal agency and successfully pass the preceding to qualify for the position. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
CRITICAL SOLUTIONS PAY AND BENEFITS Salary range $58,000 - $74,000. The salary range for this position represent the typical salary range for this job level and this does not guarantee a specific salary. Compensation is based upon multiple factors such as responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, and other requirements.
BENEFIT SNAPSHOT: 100% premium coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, 401K matching, Flexible Time Off (PTO/Holidays), Higher Education/Training Reimbursement, and more
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