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The Staffing Resource Group Inc

Cyber Security Operator

The Staffing Resource Group Inc, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Job Description

Cyber Security Operator

Location:

Washington DC

Industry:

Cybersecurity

Salary:

$150k+

Employment Type:

Permanent Placement

Clearance:

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI Eligibility Required

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

Overview:

Join a team where you'll work alongside cybersecurity operators, former special forces members, and elite-level engineers on high impact, often undisclosed projects that secure some of the critical networks in the nation.

We are searching for a Cyber Security Operator to support critical cybersecurity operations within highly secure environments. This opportunity offers the chance to work on advanced network defense strategies, with a unique focus on passive vulnerability analysis: a specialized and low-impact method of identifying risks without active scanning. The successful candidate will play a key role in detecting anomalies, analyzing complex systems, and strengthening network security for high-value missions.

Responsibilities:

Ensure the safe and proper functional operation of the toolkit and its components. Collect and document measures of performance per approved CONOPS. Analyze and document behaviors, characteristics, and attributes of a network s baseline activity within steady-state operations. Analyze and investigate potential anomalies or outliers from established baseline. Analyze and identify misconfigurations, faults, and vulnerabilities within the network s architecture, subcomponents, and utilized communication protocols. Determine root source of anomalies and extent of vulnerable findings for validation with system users and administrators. Document and report anomalies to appropriate channels for further investigation and notification. Document vulnerable findings and provide recommendations through appropriate channels that increase both security and operational capacity of the respective network. Recommend improvements to current operations for potential incorporation into the overall program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support incident response, system hardening, and policy development as needed. 5-10% Conus Travel Additional duties as assigned. Requirements:

Active Top Secret clearance required Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or related engineering field preferred; equivalent military or professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity operations or analysis Minimum 2 years of experience with passive vulnerability detection techniques Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community networks DoD 8570 IAT II Certification required (Sec+, CISSP, GCIH, CYSA+) required Must hold a CSSP Analyst certification as defined and described in DoDD 8570.01, 8570.01-M, and 8140.01 03, and as amended. (e.g., CEH, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH). Practical experience with firewalls, network TAPs, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and other network defense technologies Adept in evaluating network protocols utilizing network analyzers, such as Wireshark, Tshark, and tcpdump Experienced in analyzing network datasets, including Zeek and firewall logs, to support threat hunting and security investigations. Experienced in leveraging data analysis platforms, such as Splunk, Kibana, and Arkime, to detect and analyze anomalous network activity Proficient in triaging Suricata alerts, tuning rules, and creating custom detections. In-depth understanding of network vulnerabilities and misconfigurations Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, adversary techniques, and detection/response strategies Experience working within the framework of a CONOPS or similar operational document Awareness of DoD cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., RMF, CMMC, NIST 800-53) and their application in secure system design and monitoring. Knowledge of common enterprise network architectures and defense mechanisms Experienced in analyzing TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, SSL/TLS, SMB, and RDP protocols to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and indicators of malicious activity. Preferred:

Advanced certifications such as CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), or similar. Why Join Us:

We don t just invest in our mission we invest in you. From day one, you ll have access to a best-in-class benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and future:

Zero-Cost Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your entire family Future-Proof Retirement: 401(k) with a 3% company match, fully vested immediately Generous PTO: 15 vacation, 5 sick, 2 personal days Grow Without Limits: Access to exclusive training platforms, certification reimbursements, and a generous development budget to elevate your career

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SRG Government Services is a leading provider of information technology, training, engineering, accounting and intelligence analytical services for agencies in the intelligence, defense, homeland security, cyber security, and federal civilian markets. SRG utilizes an innovative approach to identify and qualify talent that is unique to the federal contracting industry, featuring a cutting edge platform that allows us to rapidly and precisely match professionals to client requirements. We have a proprietary database of over one million candidates and maintain continuous contact with our qualified talent.

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