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Emerging Threats Analyst (TSSCI with Polygraph)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Columbia, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 150000 - 225000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Description
A day in the life:
We are seeking an Emerging Threats Cyber Analyst to support cybersecurity threat research analysis and detection efforts focused on protecting critical U.S. systems. This role is responsible for monitoring the evolving threat landscape analyzing emerging cyber risks and providing actionable intelligence to strengthen defensive capabilities. The ideal candidate will combine threat research network analysis and security monitoring expertise to help identify vulnerabilities and support proactive threat mitigation.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging cyber threats vulnerabilities and global cybersecurity trends.
- Monitor open-source intelligence (OSINT) and correlate findings to assess risks impacting critical infrastructure supply chains and related sectors.
- Analyze and enrich data from multiple sources to generate actionable threat intelligence.
- Develop queries and identify anomalous activity using analytic and security monitoring platforms.
- Utilize SIEM tools such as Elastic Splunk or similar technologies to support threat detection and analysis.
- Conduct network traffic and packet analysis using TCP/IP protocols PCAP data and tools such as Wireshark.
- Support the development and maintenance of detection signatures using Zeek and/or Snort.
- Translate research findings and threat intelligence into actionable recommendations for classified and operational environments.
- Document analytical findings and prepare reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaborate with threat analysts and cybersecurity teams to improve threat detection and response capabilities.
What you bring to the table:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems Network Forensics or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- 7 years of relevant experience including 3 years of experience in cybersecurity intelligence analysis information security network forensics insider threat or security operations.
- Knowledge of cyber threat analysis network security principles and threat intelligence methodologies.
- Experience with security monitoring network analysis and investigative reporting.
The total package:
Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mindwith the intention to: reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers missions; allow members to share in Red Alphas success as wecontinue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselvesandtheir dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary andbenefits such as health life/disability 401k paid time offprofessional development and generous bonus programs. Please visit ourbenefitstab for additional information.
Salary Range:
- Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education certifications total years of relevant professional experienceactual level of expertise and the responsibilities of the role itself.
- Based on the outlined roles responsibilities and requirements the projected pay range for this position is: $150000 - $225000.
Some of our additional perks and benefits include:
- Retire soonerthan planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions immediately vested.
- Have a career AND a life:Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
- Stay at your best: As a member well pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health dental and vision insurance. Well also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Lets not forget free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
- Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education trainings certifications and maintaining professional memberships.
- Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour Nike Carhartt YETI etc.
- Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest summer picnic and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours baseball games snowboarding RenFest and more!
Every day our elite customers are pushing through the grind to defeat the enemy even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as webring digital transformation to the fight!
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Red Alpha is a U.S. based Software Technology and Consulting firm serving both the Defense and Commercial sectors specializing in software development, prototyping and innovation.
