Cyber Network Defense Analyst - Level 2

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Sterling, VA that is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst - Level 2.

Responsibilities:
* Assists the Government lead in coordinating teams in preliminary incident response investigations
* Assists the Government lead with interfacing with the customer while on site
* Determines appropriate courses of actions in response to identified and analyses anomalous network activity
* Assesses network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations
* Collects network intrusion artifacts (e.g., PCAP, domains, URI's, certificates, etc.) and uses discovered data to enable mitigation of potential Computer Network Defense incidents
* Analyzes identified malicious network activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, effects on system and information
* Collects network device integrity data and analyze for signs of tampering or compromise
* Assists with real-time CND incident handling (i.e., forensic collections, intrusion correlation and tracking, threat analysis, and advising on system remediation) tasks to support onsite engagements

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of directly relevant experience in network investigations
* Experience with reconstructing a malicious attack or activity based on network traffic
* Experience examining network topologies to understand data flows through the network
* In depth knowledge of CND policies, procedures, and regulations
* In depth knowledge of TCP/IP protocols
* In depth knowledge of standard protocols - ICMP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSH, SMTP, SMB, NFS, etc.
* In depth knowledge and experience of Wi-Fi networking
* In depth knowledge and experience of network topologies - DMZ's, WAN's, etc.
* Substantial knowledge of Splunk (or other SIEM's)
* Understanding of MITRE Adversary Tactics, Techniques and Common Knowledge (ATT&CK)
* Knowledge of Computer Network Defense policies, procedures, and regulations
* Knowledge of defense-in-depth principles and general attack stages with respect to network security architecture
* Ability to characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to network resources
* Ability to identify and analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata
* Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations
* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.