Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience, or 9+ years of relevant experience without a degree.
Proficient in Big Data Platform and Joint Cyber Warfare Architecture (JCWA) Common Runtime Stack for Data (JCRS-D).
Skilled in network analysis using PCAP, network metadata, and security logs.
Familiar with AI applications in cybersecurity.
Deep understanding of adversarial cyber actors and the current cyber landscape.
Experience with research on classified systems and open-source cyber resources.
Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) and Detection Engineering.
Responsibilities
Conduct cyber threat intelligence and draft Indicators of Compromise products.
Perform incident response and threat analysis to support aligned missions.
Produce written reports and deliver briefings to senior military leaders.
Analyze and assess the relevancy of threats in the cyber landscape.
Collect and interpret log data from various sources for threat detection.
Correlate data from multiple sources to uncover potential threats.
Utilize intelligence tradecraft and methodologies to inform cybersecurity strategies.
Benefits
Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Access to advanced cybersecurity tools and technologies.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a candidate to fill a Cybersecurity Ops Analyst Sr. position on a joint Contractor-Government Team with our customer at Ft. Meade, MD. Candidate shall perform cyber threat intelligence, draft Indicators of Compromise products, computer network defense, Incident Response, Threat Analysis, and Cyber Investigations in support of the customer's aligned missions and deployable Incident Response Teams.
Job Duties:
Demonstrated familiarity with intelligence tradecraft, cyber threat intelligence methodologies, and cyber threat frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, etc.).
Demonstrated strong writing and briefing skills; experience delivering reports to senior leadership.
Conduct threat analysis utilizing various sources to identify threats.
Conduct analysis of and determine relevancy of threats and cyber threat landscape, and articulate recommendations for mitigating and detecting threats.
Produce IC standard written reports and provide verbal briefings to senior military leaders.
Collection, aggregation, and interpretation of log data from various sources.
Correlation of data from multiple sources, including host, network, user, and intelligence reports, to uncover threats.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; four (4) additional years of work experience accepted in lieu of degree.
Experience with Big Data Platform, Joint Cyber Warfare Architecture (JCWA) Common Runtime Stack for Data (JCRS-D).
Experience in network analysis using PCAP, network metadata, and security logs.
Experience using AI.
Expertise in adversarial cyber actors, historical cyber activity, and the current cyber landscape.
Experience conducting research on classified systems and utilizing open-source cyber resources.
Previous experience in a government, military, or intelligence community (IC) role.
Structured Query Language.
Detection Engineering.
Zero Trust Architecture.
Cloud computing.
Required Security Clearance:
An active TS/SCI with a CI Poly is required upon starting. Polygraph must have been completed in the last (5) five years.
Desired Qualifications:
Active industry cyber security and/or technical certifications such as Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC).
Government facilitated cyber training would also be considered here.
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
About SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
