Cyber Defense Analyst (Junior Level)

Job Title: Cyber Defense Analyst (Junior Level)
Location: Washington, DC ( Onsite )
Duration /Term: Long Term Contract

Job Description:

The Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist will manage and oversee the cybersecurity incident response lifecycle, acting as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) during cybersecurity incidents. The role involves real-time analysis, identification of security gaps, and development of recommendations to mitigate risks. The specialist will perform security reviews, provide escalation support, and ensure the integrity of incident-related data for evidence collection and after-action reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Incident Management:
• Execute decision-making authority and direct cyber incident response operations.
• Serve as the SPOC when a cybersecurity incident is declared.
• Manage the cybersecurity incident response lifecycle, including classification, impact assessment, and procedural execution.
• Incident Analysis:
• Analyze incident data, determine impact, classify/reclassify incident categories, and define appropriate response procedures.
• Conduct real-time analysis using SIEM, Cloud, Endpoint, and Network-based technologies to identify security events or rule out false positives.
• Provide timely detection, identification, and alerting of attacks, intrusions, and misuse activities.
• Escalation and Coordination:
• Provide escalation support for Cyber Command Center Analysts and Incident Coordinators.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure rapid containment and mitigation of security incidents.
• Evidence and Reporting:
• Gather, catalog, and maintain data integrity for evidence collection during incidents.
• Provide comprehensive Cybersecurity Incident After-Action Reports.
• Security Review and Risk Mitigation:
• Perform security reviews to identify gaps in security architecture and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the development of a robust cybersecurity framework to prevent future incidents.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background:
• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience Requirements:
• 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity incident response or related fields.
• Technical Expertise:
• Proficiency with SIEM tools, Cloud, Endpoint, and Network-based security technologies.
• Strong understanding of incident response frameworks and security best practices.
• Knowledge of evidence collection and incident analysis methodologies.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or similar.
• Experience with risk management and mitigation strategies.

Key Skills: Incident Response, SIEM Tools, Cybersecurity Frameworks, Security Gap Analysis, Evidence Collection, Risk Mitigation, Real-time Security Analysis, Stakeholder Coordination, After-Action Reporting, Cloud and Network Security.

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