SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: TS, WITH SCI ELIGIBILITY

***POSITION REQUIRES US CITIZENSHIP***

Company Overview: RedTrace Technologies, a Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Management Consulting firm focused on assisting our commercial and U.S. Intelligence Community clients proactively mitigate threats, is seeking talented an innovative team members to join us in support of exciting information operations, intelligence analysis, and cybersecurity requirements. Candidate must be a US citizen and have an active Top Secret Clearance with eligibility to obtain SCI and obtain and maintain a CI Poly.

Position Description: The Cyber Incident Response Analyst is responsible for preventing the escalation of severe security threats, and providing reports to the security team. This position utilizes select tools to minimize the effects of a security breach on the computer network, and performs an analysis to ensure that computer networks are clear of threats. 

The qualified candidate possesses the required IT knowledge, skills, and abilities (including hardware, software, and networks) to support the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement processes and documentation in accordance with DoJ requirements. The candidate will work in a demanding, high-energy environment that requires innovative solutions to cyber, operational, programmatic, and business challenges.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct full range of advanced professional duties required to monitor network activity, document and report on information security issues and emerging trends
• Provide threat and vulnerability analysis
• Monitor endpoint protection/detection for anomalies using designated escalation paths for remediation
• Review and monitor Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) log data for unauthorized access and initiate investigations if necessary 
• Perform malware threat hunting using industry-leading products and applications
• Participate in developing security strategies

In addition, the Cyber Incident Response Analyst shall:

• Perform against established operational rhythm, expectations, and standards for Security Operations Center (SOC) line of effort
• Be part of the 24x7 operations of the SOC
• Perform advance incident handling responsibilities with direct interface with the SOC management team
• Identify areas of improvement for SOC processes and tools to enhance the mission

Required Skills:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Active Top Secret security clearance
• 5-10 years of equivalent, hands-on, professional responsibility and experience with crisis management, incident response, strategic communications, or risk management
• Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or similar Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) discipline; 3-5 years of equivalent, hands-on, professional responsibility and experience may be substituted for a degree
• Current 8570 compliance, IAT Level III certification
• Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, standards, and frameworks, including NIST and RMF
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and O365, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams
• Exceptional planning, problem-solving, data collection, and analytical skills
• Advanced ability to proactively, professionally, clearly, and concisely communicate complex technical information with peers and executives orally and in writing
• Energetic and conscientious self-starter with strong ability to work independently, multi-task, and effectively manage time
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with firm deadlines and critical, quick turnaround, ad-hoc tasks
• Flexible; comfortable with ambiguity, competing priorities, matrixed organizations, and multiple stakeholders
• A collaborator with proven ability to positively interact with peers and executive management

Desired Skills:

• Communicate effectively (both oral and written) with executives and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills; logical thinker and intellectual curiosity
• Experience working in the government sector (federal)

Preference will be shown to candidates with:

• Experience with other cyber security tools and technologies, such as SIEM and IDS/IPS
• Prior experience on a team responsible for various aspects of cybersecurity management
• Prior project administration experience
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to independently resolve issues
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive salary for well-qualified applicants
• 401(k) plan
• Annual performance bonus
• Certification attainment bonuses
• Student Loan / Tuition reimbursement
• Health Care Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Up to four weeks of paid vacation
• 11 Federal Holidays, and up to 3 Floating Holidays
• Team bonding events