Senior Sensor Analyst
Senior Sensor Analyst
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$ 135000 - 216000
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Job Description
Responsibilities
This Senior Sensor Analyst position conducts intelligence analysis and operational planning to monitor assess and report on cyberspace operations. This includes identifying potential threats to Department of Defense (DoD) critical assets the DoD Information Network (DoDIN) and Defense Industrial Base (DIB) networks while supporting the US Intelligence Community and Interagency grid network sensor portfolios. TheSenior Sensor Analyst plays a key role in shaping cyber defense strategies conducting reviews identifying gaps recommending solutions and evaluating large datasets.
As an expert you will research and evaluate technical and all-source intelligence focusing on network operations and cyber warfare tactics and procedures related to threats against networked weapons platforms and DoD information networks. Your responsibilities will include analyzing sensor data and network events to assess their operational impact conducting research on adversary capabilities and preparing intelligence assessments technical papers and cyber threat profiles. Additionally you will develop and maintain analytical procedures to adapt to changing requirements and ensure effective operations producing high-quality reports and presentations for senior government officials.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD. Degree must be in one of the following fields from an ABET or NCAE-C accredited institution: Information Technology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Science Information Systems or Software Engineering.
- Familiarity with Cloud Security Architecture and all related aspects of cybersecurity operations and analysis (e.g. incident response & management forensic media analysis malware analysis/reverse-engineering and threat intelligence analysis).
- In-depth knowledge of network and application protocols cyber vulnerabilities exploitation techniques and adversary methodologies (TTPs).
- Proficient in analyzing various types of network data (e.g. Netflow PCAP custom application logs) and employing network sensors to support defensive cyber operations and investigations.
- Experience with Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) for threat detection and response.
- Familiarity with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents for monitoring end-user devices.
- Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) forwarders for centralized logging and threat detection.
- Experience with vulnerability scanners to identify and assess weaknesses in systems and applications.
- Knowledge of log collectors for managing logs to improve incident response and threat hunting capabilities.
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Poly eligibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Possess current IAM Level II & III CSSP Analyst (Security CySA GICSP GSEC CND CISSP CASP GCIA GCIH GCFA CEH) or GIAC Certification.
- Experience with Law Enforcement/Counterintelligence (LE/CI) Operations and/or Cyberspace Operations.
- Skilled in building extended cybersecurity analytics.
- Demonstrated experience briefing Senior Executive Service (SES) and General Officer/Flag Officer (GO/FO) leadership.
- Experience in intelligence-driven defense and/or cyber Kill Chain methodologies.
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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
EEO
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
