Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of additional IT/cyber experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 5+ years of experience in Information Systems Security or related cyber roles.
  • Active IAT Level II certification (e.g., GSEC, Security+, SSCP, CCNA-Security).
  • Familiarity with both Windows and Linux operating systems and database comprehension.
  • Experience with COTS technologies and current Cybersecurity protocols in a CSOC.
  • Cross-team collaboration experience to manage complex security agendas.

Responsibilities

  • Detect and report possible cyber-attacks and anomalous activities.
  • Analyze network traffic and system data for threat identification.
  • Perform incident correlation using enterprise-wide information sources.
  • Execute cyber incident triage for vulnerability assessment.
  • Track cyber incidents from detection to resolution.
  • Assess damage from incidents and perform trend analysis.
  • Work in a 24x7 shift environment to ensure system functionality.

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment.
  • Team-oriented culture with supportive professionals.
  • Exposure to innovative and cutting-edge technologies.
  • Extremely competitive compensation and benefits packages.
  • Work-life balance commitments.
  • Career growth opportunities funded by the company.
  • Matching 401k, fully paid medical coverage, and more.
  • Generous paid time off with paid site closure days.
  • Paid training and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
  • Referral bonuses and fully paid life/disability insurance.
  • Annual logo wear allowance and company-sponsored events.
Full Job Description
Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Cyber Security Analyst to join our team in Chantilly, VA. The Senior Cyber Security Analyst will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to support critical cybersecurity operations, monitoring and analyzing activity across systems to identify and respond to threats. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is passionate about protecting digital infrastructure.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Providing detection, identification, and reporting of possible cyber-attacks, intrusions, anomalous activities, and misuse activities.
  • Characterizing and performing analysis of network traffic and system data to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to resources.
  • Performing security event and incident correlation using information gathered from a variety of sources within the enterprise.
  • Executing cyber incident triage to include determining scope, urgency, and potential impact while identifying specific vulnerabilities.
  • Tracking and documenting cyber incidents from initial detection through final resolution and remediation.
  • Analyzing and assessing damage to data and infrastructure as a result of cyber incidents and performing trend analysis.
  • Operating in a 24x7 Shift Work environment to ensure complete and functioning systems meet all requirements.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of additional IT and/or cyber experience in lieu of
  • 5+ years of experience in Information Systems Security or related cyber
  • Possession of an active IAT Level II certification such as GSEC, Security+, SSCP, or CCNA-Security.
  • Experience with both Windows and Linux operating systems and understanding of database
  • Experience with COTS technologies and current Cybersecurity protocols used in CSOC
  • Experience working across teams to drive a security agenda and manage complex, intertwined
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks and coordinating resources.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with senior management.
  • Sound judgment and decision-making abilities with a focus on evaluating priorities and determining best solutions.
  • Capable of working independently and collaboratively while adapting to shifting project
Clearance Requirements:
  • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required


What's in It for You?

Flexible work environment

A team mentality - work with friendly, like-minded professionals

Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies

Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits

A work-life balance you can count on

Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more

Generous paid time off - including paid site closure days

Competitive salary offerings

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Fully paid life and disability

Annual logo wear allowance

Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)

Interested in learning more about Freedom and our culture? Contact us today! We're constantly hosting hiring events in our office and elsewhere, to help you get a sense of what life is like at Freedom before joining the team.

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