Cyber Threat Analyst Associate at General… · Bossier…

Cyber Threat Analyst Associate Location: USA LA Bossier City Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Cyber and IT Risk Management Job Qualifications: Skills: Computer Security, Information Technology Security, Security Incident Response Certifications: None Experience: 0 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: No Job Description: Advance your career while impacting our national security in cyber as a Cyber Threat Analyst Associate at GDIT. Here, technologists have many paths to grow a meaningful career supporting cyber missions and operations across the federal government. The Cyber Threat Analyst Associate is directly responsible for the first level monitoring, triage, and communication of security events received into the SOC. Analysts will use SIEM technology to triage alerts as the enter the SOC from network and security systems/applications, the client, and/or from intelligence sources. Furthermore, the Analyst may be required to both monitor and utilize third party toolsets in the client environment to assist with the identification of security threats. As a member of the cloud services team, the Cyber Threat Analyst Associate will perform Level 1 triage and escalation to support SOC operations including: Provides technical support on post event network security logs and trend analysis to uncover security and compliance violations Detects the full spectrum of known cyberattacks (e.g., DDoS, malware, phishing, others) Pinpoints location of compromised systems and devices, and conducts cyber incident and event monitoring identifying anomalous and malicious activity Correlates events from the various components in the IT security infrastructure and identifies attacks and breaches Associates and correlates IP address related events with specific systems or devices in the IT infrastructure Identifies and analyzes intelligence information about threats to customer’s information processing systems Recognize potential, successful, and unsuccessful intrusion attempts and compromises thorough triage of events utilizing relevant event detail and summary information. Ensure the integrity and protection of networks, systems, and applications through monitoring of security devices. React to customers escalations. Observes and documents actions taken by malicious actors in customer networks and contribute to content creation Experience working within a wide range of environments to include Linux, UNIX, Windows in addition to a strong understanding of networking, the OSI model, and TCP/IP protocols Maintain an understanding of the current vulnerabilities, response, and mitigation strategies used in cyber security operations Education: Technical Training, Certification, or Degree Experience: 0+ years related experience Required Skills: Knowledge of information security event monitoring and detection and NID monitoring and incident response; Cyber-attack stages (e.g., reconnaissance, scanning, enumeration, gaining access, escalation of privileges, maintaining access, network exploitation, covering tracks); Attack methods and techniques (e.g., DDoS, brute force, spoofing, etc.) Knowledge of IPS/IDS, managing cases with enterprise SIEM systems (e.g. Sentinel One, Splunk) and other network security tools Familiarity with Federal and DoD security standards such as NIST, DCID, CNSS and DoD 8500 Exposure to Windows and Linux OS to include knowledge of the command line interface Knowledge of IDS/IPS, penetration and vulnerability testing, DLP, anti-virus and anti-malware, TCP/IP, computer networking, routing and switching Understanding of computer networking fundamentals, network traffic analysis methods, and ability to review and analyze network packet captures Understanding of e-mail security fundamentals Location: Hybrid at GDIT's Integrated Technology Center in Bossier City, LA GDIT IS YOUR PLACE: Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in cyber at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your focus on defending and protecting what matters. The likely salary range for this position is $72,877 - $98,599. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Hybrid Work Location: USA LA Bossier City Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans