Defensive Cyber Operations Watch Analyst Tier II

• Analyze and respond to validated security incidents determining severity and impact per CJCSM 6510.01B
• Support incident response campaigns by organizing response efforts tracking progress and ensuring proper documentation
• Coordinate with reporting agencies and subscriber sites to ensure timely and accurate incident reporting
• Perform network and host-based digital forensics on Windows and other operating systems as needed
• Conduct log correlation analysis using Splunk and supplemental tools to identify patterns in network and system activity
• Compile and maintain internal SOP documentation ensuring compliance with CJCSM 6510.01B and other directives
• Provide 24/7 support for incident response during assigned shifts including non-core hours
• Support IDS/IPS signature development and implementation under guidance
• Overtime may be required to support incident response actions (Surge)
• Operations are conducted 24/7/365 across three regional operation centers (ROC)
• Each ROC works four ten-hour shifts (Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday)
• Shift placement is at the discretion of assigned managers
• Up to 10% travel may be required may include international travel
• Must maintain a current US Passport

• Bachelors Degree in relevant discipline or at least 5 years of experience working in a CSSP SOC or similar environment
• At least 1 year experience conducting in-depth analysis or incident response with any of the following tools: Splunk Elastic Corelight Palo Alto Panorama Windows Azure/Defender AWS Crowdstrike Volatility or SIFT Workstation
• At least 1 year of experience authoring technical documentation for security incidents such as creating detailed investigation timelines documenting indicators of compromise (IOCs) or writing shift turnover reports for ongoing incidents
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Demonstrated experience conducting in-depth log correlation and analysis for complex security incidents across multiple data sources (e.g. EDR IDS/IPS DNS & operating system logging solutions)
• Advanced proficiency in writing complex search queries in SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk Elastic Sentinel) to identify anomalous or malicious activity
• Experience building advanced scripts (e.g. in Python PowerShell Bash etc) to automate detection and analysis tasks
• Experience integrating and operationalizing threat intelligence feeds to create new detection mechanisms or enrich existing data
• Previous experience informally mentoring junior analysts creating training documentation or leading small-group knowledge-sharing sessions
• Demonstrated passion for cybersecurity and continuous learning through active participation in Capture the Flag (CTF) events (e.g. TryHackMe Hack The Box etc)
• Completion of practical hands-on cybersecurity training courses or certifications (e.g. Security Blue Team BTL1/BTL2 AntiSyphon training courses OffSec OSCP)

• Must have DoD 8570 IAT Level II and CSSP IR compliant certifications

Company Overview

Adapt Forward is a cybersecurity solutions provider for some of the nations most valuable information systems. Leveraging advanced threat assessment technology and experience in building high-level information security infrastructure we develop adaptive solutions uniquely tailored to our customers business objectives to protect sensitive data against sophisticated threats in an increasingly complex security environment.

Summary of Benefits

• Comprehensive Physical Wellness Package including Medical Dental Vision Care plus Flexible Spending Accounts for health- and dependent-care are included in our standard benefits plan.
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Contribution is immediately available and vested.
• Annual Training Budget to be used for conference attendance school enrollment certification programs and associated travel expenses.
• Eleven Federal Holidays plus three weeks of PTO/vacation/sick leave that accrues at a rate of ten hours per month.
• Employee Assistance Program: Counseling/legal assistance and other employee well-being programs are also offered.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Adapt Forwards Veteran/Disability Affirmative Action Plan narrative section is available for inspection upon request during normal business hours at the Human Resources office and may be requested by contacting Human Resources at