Cyber Analyst III with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description: Inspect data network traffic to identify any potential vulnerabilities or exploitations from malicious actors. As part of the assessment process, advanced cybersecurity operators makes a copy of the customer's network traffic and then routes it through a number of software tools that scan the traffic for any indicator of malicious activity or vulnerabilities. The Contractor shall be capable of and responsible for: Conducting advanced cyber assessment technical planning and execution. Conduct planning for assessment operations, including:
Liaises between customers, external stakeholders, assessment site POCs, and DTRA's technical SMEs in order to maximize the effectiveness and safety of advanced cyber assessments
Understands customer assessment objectives and the technical requirements necessary to meet those objectives
Drafts, coordinate, and maintain assessment-specific documents for network connection authorization for assigned cyber activities
During assessments, act as the primary liaison between DTRA's technical SMEs and assessment customers and trusted agents, facilitating answers to questions or concerns that may arise during an assessment
Providing technical insights and recommendations to the DTRA Cyber Division Chief.
Collaborating with DoD leadership, assessment coordinators, and authoritative subject matter expert to support the assessments
Providing recommendations on appropriate hardware and software required to optimize advanced cyber assessments
Interfacing with technical staff within DTRA Information Technology commercial vendors
Participating in annual updates to the SOPs by providing recommendations to the DTRA cyber Division Chief Professional Certification(s) required for this position are as follows: All Advanced Blue Cyber operators must hold an IAT Level II and CSSP Auditor certification as defined and described in DoDD 8570.01, 8570.01-M, 8140.01-03 and as amended.
Required skillsets and qualifications: Must be a US citizen.
Possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to operate the advanced cyber analytical toolkit and perform required assessments
Possess a Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science or engineering. In lieu of a degree, 10 years of directly related operational experience may be substituted as agreed to by the government
Possess working knowledge of DoD's IT system and network certification and accreditation processes to include system security authorization agreements
Experience conducting Information Operations Computer Network Defense/Exploitation assessments
Programming experience (Perl, Python, C, etc.)
Experience with firewalls and network TAP technologies
Have strong experience with security monitoring, threat hunting, packet analysis, malware analysis, signature development, shell scripting
Familiarity with Linux environments (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu)
Installing, configuring, administering software applications
Possess troubleshooting skills in problems with software and hardware
Configuring, managing and maintaining networking equipment
Strong computer networking skills
Possess working knowledge of Department of Defense's Information Assurance
Vulnerability Alert processes
Possess a working knowledge of Computer Network modeling software
Possess a working knowledge of Computer Network vulnerability/compliance analysis software
Other Duties: The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Authorization/Security Clearance: Must possess current TOP SECRET clearance.
Work Environment: This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical Demands: Stand, bend, and stoop for long periods of time while delivering training.
Be able to lift or carry at least 30 lbs.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Travel: Minimal travel for corporate support is expected for this position. AAP/EEO Statement: Advanced Technology Leaders INC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. ATL is committed to assisting individuals with disabilities, please email for assistance and accommodation in the application or recruitment process. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans offered to all employees. 401K plan with up to 4% matching Long-term and Short-term Disability Standard Life Insurance Training and Tuition Assistance Paid Time Off (PTO) Apply online at and click on Careers. This position is in support of current opportunities.

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