Cyber OutreachThreat Intelligence Analyst
Cyber OutreachThreat Intelligence Analyst
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Job Posting:
JR100030 Cyber Outreach/Threat Intelligence Analyst (Open)Department:
UBalt CPSI Grants & Projects PMPosition Type:
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$77000 $92000Job Description:
The Maryland Coordination and Analysis Centers Critical Infrastructure Protection Branch (CIP) manages the statewide cyber outreach/threat intelligence effort and is the primary interface for the Department of Homeland Securitys Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Cyber Protective Security Advisor. The Cyber Outreach/Threat Intelligence Analyst develops and maintains a highlevel understanding of cyber threats and vulnerabilities by identifying collecting and analyzing data. This position correlates threat intelligence from various sources to produce assessments bulletins and specialized reports. This position communicates with the stakeholders including public sector private sector and others regarding standing information needs and information sharing. The Analyst must be able to work independently and jointly with government and private sector partners.Responsibilities:
Analytical Activities
Monitor and assess cyber threat trends across all critical infrastructure sectors with priority given to lifeline sectors.
Identify and analyze threat intelligence from secured and open source information to produce assessments bulletins and specialized reports including threat actor profiles TTP analysis and threat forecasting.
Produce assessments bulletins and specialized reports to assist homeland and national security government and private sector customers in supporting the security and protection of Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources (CIKR).
Liaison/Outreach Activities
Develop and maintain relationships and liaison with homeland and national security partners government and private sector customers as related to ensuring cyber resiliency of CIKR in Maryland and the National Capital Region (NCR).
Develop and maintain collaboration with state partners like the Maryland Department of Information Technology (MDoIT) Maryland Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MDISAC) and Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) across the spectrum of protection and mitigation segments as they pertain to cybersecurity in the state of Maryland.
Develop and deepen collaboration with industry and security associations like the MSISAC through informationsharing and involvement in training and awareness activities.
Continuing Education Training and Conferences
Attend continuing education/training opportunities supporting maintenance and advancement of analytical tradecraft and technical skills and knowledge.
Remain current with all necessary intelligence analysis systems and procedures.
Attend participate in and/or lead conferences related to cybersecurity
Other duties as assigned
Assist the CIP branch with outreach and training events to further the mission and contribute to developing a network of contacts at the fusion center.
Assist in the development of mission priorities and research parameters
Staff appropriate command posts and emergency operations centers during special events and critical incidents to provide a liaison between the MCAC and other agencies.
Required Education: Bachelors degree in information systems security studies international relations computer science cybersecurity or closely related field.
Required Experience: Two years as a cyber threat intelligence analyst or related role.
Preferred Education: Masters degree (MA/MS/MPS) in cybersecurity information systems intelligence security studies or closely related field.
Preferred Experience: 5 years as a cyber threat intelligence analyst or related role.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and associated tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs).
Knowledge of analytical models for threat intelligence e.g. Cyber Chain Pyramid of Pain MITRE ATT&CK and the Diamond Model
Knowledge of the different types of threat intelligence
Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) e.g. XForce Exchange VirusTotal and Level Blue Labs OTX
Familiarity with threat intelligence tools e.g. SHODAN and Domain Tools
Knowledge of the Intelligence Cycle
Experience working with Microsoft Office products including Word Excel PowerPoint and Publisher
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to a wide range and number of audiences
Ability to work extended hours as necessary
Ability to prepare graphs charts tables maps and other illustrative devices from collected data or visual presentations
Due to the nature of the work applicant will be required to pass criminal background check and obtain a governmentissued Security Clearance.
We offer a competitive benefits package including health life prescription and dental plans tuition remission benefits paid leave 22 days of annual 15 days of sick 3 days of personal and 1415 holidays) and retirement plans with employer contributions. You can see more details on our benefits here.
Additional Job Information:
Program SpecialistThe University of Baltimore (UBalt or University) does not discriminate on the basis of sex gender race religion age disability national origin ethnicity sexual orientation gender identity or other legally protected characteristics in its programs activities or employment practices. UBalt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
