GovCIO

Cyber Threat Analyst

GovCIO$108K — $160K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of cyber threat analysis experience or equivalent
  • Certification in one or more relevant security areas such as CISSP, SANS, OSCP, or LPT
  • Strong expertise in malicious software analysis
  • Proficient in threat intelligence and risk assessment techniques
  • Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and threat models

Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough cyber threat analysis and propose actionable remediation strategies
  • Utilize threat intelligence to formulate and test threat hypotheses
  • Prepare comprehensive risk analysis reports on cyber threats
  • Develop and recommend new security measures based on threat hunting missions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance threat detection and response
  • Proactively search for advanced threats across systems and networks
  • Analyze multiple data sources including logs and malware for potential threats

Benefits

  • Fully remote work environment
  • Opportunity to support and protect US Courts
  • Collaborative and mission-driven team culture
  • Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Possibility of obtaining an AOUSC Public Trust clearance
Full Job Description
Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a remote Cyber Threat Analyst to support the US Courts.  This position will be within United States and will be fully remote.

Responsibilities

The Threat Intel Analyst will use their expert knowledge of malicious software to research and analyze cyber threats, report their findings, use their intelligence to predict similar attacks, and help to counter the activities of cybercriminals for the organization.

 

Job duties include:

  • Conduct cyber threat analysis, identify mitigation and/or remediation courses of action; develop actionable intelligence used to protect organizational IT assets
  • Utilize Threat Intelligence and Threat Models to create threat hypotheses
  • Prepare and report risk analysis and threat findings
  • Create, recommend, and assist with development of new security content as the result of hunt missions to include signatures, alerts, workflows, and automation
  • Coordinate with different teams to improve threat detection, response, and improve overall security posture of the Enterprise
  • Proactively and iteratively search through systems and networks to detect advanced threats
  • Analyze host, network, and application logs in addition to malware and code
  • Identify, track and investigate high priority threat campaigns, malicious actors with the interest, capability and TTPs (Techniques, Tactics and Procedures)
  • Bring a comprehensive understanding, analyzing and tracking the cyber threat landscape, including identifying and analyzing cyber threats actors, APT TTPs and/or activities to enhance cybersecurity posture of the IT operating environment
  • Implement defined procedures for remediation, or make an informed decision to escalate
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's with 8+ years of cyber threat analysis experience (or commensurate experience)
  • The candidate should have at minimum ONE of the following certifications:

    • Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP).
    • SANS - GCIA Intrusion Analyst
    • SANS - GREM Reverse Engineering Malware
    • SANS - GISF Security Fundamentals SANS - GXPN Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester
    • SANS - GMON Continuous Monitoring Certification
    • OSCP (Certified Professional)
    • OSCE (Certified Expert)
    • OSWP (Wireless Professional)
    • OSEE (Exploitation Expert)
    • CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional
    • LPT Licensed Penetration Tester
    • ECSA EC-Council Certified Security Analyst
    •  

Clearance Required: Must be able to attain and maintain an AOUSC Public Trust

Posted Salary RangeUSD $108,310.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

About GovCIO

GovCIO is a technology and consulting firm that provides IT solutions to government agencies. The company specializes in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. GovCIO's mission is to help government agencies improve their IT infrastructure and enhance their services to the public. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.
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