Cyber Investigation Analyst (OTA) - Peraton
Rosslyn, VA
About the Job
Responsibilities
Peraton is currently seeking a Cyber Investigation Analyst for its' Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program providing leading cyber and technology security experience to enable innovative, effective and secure business processes.
Location: Rosslyn, VA
The DSCM program encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical and administrative support to aid and advise DoS Cyber & Technology Security (CTS) Directorate. This includes protecting a global cyber infrastructure comprising networks, systems, information, and mobile devices all while identifying and responding to cyber risks and threats. Those supporting the DSCM program strive to leverage their expert knowledge and propose creative solutions to real-world cybersecurity challenges.
What you'll do:
- This role supports the Operational Threats & Analysis (OTA) Team.
- Audit for counterintelligence, insider threat, and criminal activities pertaining to Diplomatic Security jurisdiction on the network.
- Recommend strategies for assessing inappropriate use of the Department’s networks; research and recommend tools for monitoring employee computer use and assessing user behavior.
- Provide support to DS criminal investigators.
- Perform in-depth log analysis to determine trend, patterns, and suspicious activity.
- Interface and coordinate with other U.S. Government, Intelligence Community, and Law Enforcement organizations performing insider threat auditing.
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Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience required. An additional 4 years of experience may be used in lieu of degree.
- Possess or be able to obtain 6 months after start date ONE of the following certifications: CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CISSP, Security + CE, CySA+, PPDA, Agile IC, SNOW App Dev
- Experience performing threat analysis.
- Active Secret clearance is required, with ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI.
Preferred:
- Experience with digital evidence acquisition, user activity monitoring and technical analysis is a plus.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
