Computer Network Defense Analyst

Top Skills' Details
1. Experience with ArcSight, ACAS, or similar SIEM tools
2. 3+ years of experience with incident handling, forensics, sensor alert tracking, or Cyber Security case management
3. 1+ years of experience in a SOC
Mandatory: DoD 8570 CSSP Analyst Baseline Certifications.
CEH
CySA+
CFR - CyberSec First Responder
Or another CSSP cert as identified in the DoD 8140
TS/SCI required
Description
Serve as a Cyber Security service provider analyst for an infrastructure program supporting a DoD client. Assist with monitoring, analyzing, detecting, and responding to Cyber events and incidents under supervision. Assist with supporting dynamic Cyber defense and delivering operational effects, including intrusion detection and prevention and situational awareness. Create, tune, and compile metrics of all security devices and documentation of processes and procedures. Identify security issues and risks and then develop mitigation plans. Work in a 24/7 security operations center (SOC) environment at an Indianapolis client facility, including maintaining direct contact with client management to provide analysis and trending of security log data from various security devices.
Basic Qualifications:
3+ years of experience with incident handling, forensics, sensor alert tracking, or Cybersecurity case management
1+ years of experience in a SOC
Experience with Cybersecurity tools, including ArcSight, ACAS, or equivalent SIEM tools
Experience with Cybersecurity forensics tools and methodologies
Experience with network ports and protocols
Experience with log review and analysis
HS diploma or GED
DoD 8570 Baseline Certifications for CSSP Analyst
Ability to work a 12am-12pm or 12pm-12am shift, including some weekends
HIGH chance of extension, but recompete is up for contract and Peraton is working to position themselves with the new prime.
Skills
Secret clearance, Siem, Soc, Cyber security, CSSP Analyst, Security Analyst, Incident response, Arcsight
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Additional Qualifications:
Knowledge of industry, government and DoD best practices, including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes, and the development of new attacks and threat vectors
Knowledge of DoD system solutions to mitigate risk in any activity that potentially impacts the security of existing IT and information management
Ability to provide monitoring and risk analysis of zero-day and other vulnerabilities
Ability to correlate disparate datasets to identify abnormal behavior
Ability to triage SIEM events and determine escalation of indicators
Ability to apply NIST, federal, and DoD guidelines, policies, directives, and memos as they relate to Cyber Security
Ability to pay strict attention to detail
Possession of excellent analytical and collaboration skills
CCNA or Network+ Certification
Computing Environment Certification, including McAfee, Blue Coat, RedHat, or Cisco
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.