Senior Cyber Security Analyst -High Level Security Clearance (Hy with Security Clearance

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Job description

Description ICF International seeks an experienced Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support the research and development of new cyber analytic capabilities that will help the US protect and defend its networks and critical information systems. The successful cleared candidate will act as a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support a large federal cyber security analytic program. Your work will contribute to the knowledge of how cyber-attacks work, how vulnerabilities are exploited, and the way hostile cyber actors operate. Utilize your skills to help experiment and prototype future cyber capabilities for implementation at large-scale. As the Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you will work with our customers, developers, and researchers to evolve, automate, and enhance cybersecurity capabilities in defense or federal agencies. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important project from its beginning, work with the latest and emerging technologies, and all while building a great career at ICF! This role is hybrid-remote with a minimum of two days/week on-site supporting the program based in Arlington, VA and the remainder of the week teleworking. What You Will Be Doing: Augment operational cyber analysts and act as a consultant for detection and/or threat hunting
Advise on data preparation, implementation of techniques, visualizations, and employment of analytics developed by ICF and customer partners
Assess current use of cyber tools by analysts and assess whether efficiencies can be made via alternate use of current, or adoption of alternate tools
Problem-solve by identifying potential tools/processes to support needs, capturing areas of improvement that can be translated into functional requirements for future planning
Provide ad-hoc training to cyber analyst teams on tools that support or enhance current processes
Identify areas of technical training gaps and proposed approaches to methods (hands on, online modules, etc.) to improve the use of tools and data in support of the cybersecurity mission.
Participate in post-engagement review
Effectively communicate with leadership to ensure awareness of progress, challenges What You Must Have: Active high-level security clearance required as part of client contract requirement
US Citizenship required as part of client contract requirements
Bachelor's degree with 12+ or Master's degree with 10+ years of experience in IT, Cyber, or related field
5 or more years of Cyber Security experience (e.g., Threat Hunt, Incident Response, Investigations, Technical Reporting, etc.)
5 years of experience using network security analysis/IDS tools
5 or more years of experience analyzing packet capture and NetFlow data with an understanding of current cyber threats and trend derived from multiple sources (e.g., open-source, intelligence products, etc.)
5 or more years of experience with different types of Malware including detection methods, attack vectors, and vulnerabilities used
Experience with query languages (e.g., SQL, KQL, etc.)
Experience developing advanced dashboards (e.g., Kibana, Splunk, etc.)
Experience with different cybersecurity frameworks and knowledge bases to identify tactics, techniques, and procedures of known actors
5 or more years of Leadership experience Preferred Qualifications: Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various clients in order to explain and elaborate on technical details
Practical experience with different scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, etc.)
Experience with system vulnerability assessments
Knowledge of Linux/Unix and Windows operating systems security
Knowledge of computer programming and scripting languages
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) experience
CompTIA Security+ or higher certification level preferred Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process. Read more about workplace discriminationrights ,the Pay Transparency Statement , or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is :
$105,353.00 - $179,101.00 Virginia Client Office (VA88)

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