Cyber Net Defense Analyst
Cyber Net Defense Analyst
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$ 104650 - 189175
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Job Description
The Leidos Digital Modernization Team is seeking a Cyber Net Defense Analyst to support the C5ISR DCSB contract for a Full Time opening. This position is supporting US Army Command Control Computers Communications Cyber Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Defensive Cyber Solutions Branch (DCSB); performing the mission of Network Defense 24 hours a day 7 days a week within a high-visibility DOD Security Operations Center (SOC).
Primary Responsibilities
Coordinate investigation and response efforts throughout the Incident Response lifecycle
Correlate and analyze events and data to determine scope of Cyber Incidents
Acquire and analyze endpoint and network artifacts to determine impact direct remediation efforts for affected subscribers
Recognize attacker tactics techniques and procedures as potential indicators of compromise (IOCs) that can be used to improve monitoring analysis and Incident Response.
Develop document and maintain Incident Response process procedures workflows and playbooks
Tune and maintain security tools (IDS and SIEM) to reduce false positives and improve SOC detection capabilities
Document Investigation and Incident Response actions taken in Case Management Systems and prepare formal Incident Reports for affected subscribers
Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment to defend the DODIN from highly-capable advanced persistent threats (APTs).
Basic Qualifications
Require BS degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience in order to operate within the scope contemplated by the level.; additional experience in lieu of degree may be acceptable.
Team player comfortable working with others to achieve mission objectives
Able to support traditional SOC shift work (i.e. days/swings/mids)
Demonstrated experience utilizing an enterprise Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system to monitor data flow between networks
Hands-on experience analyzing high volumes of logs network data (e.g. Netflow Full Packet Capture) to identify malicious suspicious or non-compliance activity with varying degrees of complexity & sophistication
Background in traffic and/or packet analysis
Good understanding of TCP/IP common networking ports and protocols traffic flow system administration OSI model defense-in-depth and common network security elements.
Understanding of cloud security concepts and considerations.
Must have a DoD-8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification (Security CE) and CSSP-Infrastructure Support certification to start.
Candidate must possess an active TS/SCI with SAP Eligibility.
Familiarity with Unix systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on cybersecurity experience (Protect Detect Respond and Sustain) within a Computer Incident Response organization.
Motivated self-starter with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to create complex technical reports on analytic findings.
Demonstrated understanding of the life cycle of network threats attacks attack vectors and methods of exploitation with an understanding of intelligence driven defense and/or Cyber Kill Chain methodology.
Experience in a 24x7 environment.
At Leidos we dont want someone who fits the moldwe want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless the over-caffeinated the ones who ask whats next before the dust settles on whats now.
If youre already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. Youll fit right in.
Original Posting:
September 8 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $104650.00 - $189175.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
