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Overview Junior Information Security Analyst Springfield, VA – onsite Compensation: $75,000 - $83,500 annually Security Clearance: Secret clearance is required Responsibilities Review cyber intelligence and identify how current threats affect US BICES networks. Perform cyber detection and incident response activities for a large program; coordinate with government program staff, USAF, and other government agencies to assist in the creation, dissemination, direction, and auditing of program policy, standards, and operating procedures. Review cyber events and document cybersecurity incidents utilizing ServiceNow. Produce after action reports following closure of cybersecurity incidents. Work within cybersecurity environment monitoring, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity events and incidents not limited to; analysis of data within SPLUNK, IDS/IPS, ACAS, ESS (HBSS), FIREPOWER, and security related activities to secure and harden systems. Collaborate with vendors to ensure DCO tool suites detect and capture required cyber incidents, including latest industry threats and zero-days. Review intelligence reports and provide a daily cyber assessment on the impact to US BICES networks. Recognize and codify attacker tools, tactics, and procedures (TTPs) in indicators of compromise (IOCs) for current and future investigations. Utilize network and endpoint defensive tools to identify and analyze potential breaches or threat activity. Research and develop methods of tracking and detecting malicious activity within a network. Be available for after-hours support when required. Incident response is a vital function in a 24/7 operation. Participate in threat intelligence usage, analysis of anomalous log data, and brainstorming results to detect and eradicate threat actors and protection teams on customer networks. Perform malware analysis with DCO tools. Create, modify, and tune IDS/IDPS signature rule generation (Snort). Create, modify, and tune Splunk dashboards, reports, and alerts related to real-time detection and incident response. Utilize available resources to conduct cybersecurity activities and report to senior GDIT and government personnel on overall program security posture. Communicate tactical and strategic threat information to Government leadership, Cybersecurity Operations Team and the Assessment & Authorization Team to assist in cyber risk decisions and threat mitigation. Coordinate with USAF, DISA, and other organizations in support of audits and inspections; provide necessary documentation for Blue Team, Red Team, CPT, BGX Cert, SAVs, CVAs, ST&Es, and CCRI. Communicate alerts to agencies regarding intrusions and compromises to their network infrastructure, applications, and operating systems. Assist with implementation of countermeasures or mitigating controls. Ensure integrity and protection of networks, systems, and applications by technically enforcing organizational security policies through vulnerability scanning. Collaborate with the Information Assurance Team, Security Managers and Government ISSM to ensure Data Spills are handled appropriately. Manage the Data Spill Process with external agencies as required to meet government timelines. Provide guidance and work leadership to less experienced technical staff members. Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned. Participate in special projects as required. Provide incident detection through understanding malware and how to defend and mitigate infections; triage malware and extract relevant host and network-based indicators from malware samples. Requirements and Qualifications A Junior-level person within a labor category should have three (3) or more years of experience performing work related to the labor category functional description (or functional requirement). Two (2) or more years of a specific functional requirement pertaining specifically to the labor category (e.g., a System Engineer must have at least two years performing duties specific to System Engineering) while the other year must pertain to a related labor category and a DoD component relevant to the PWS task areas. A Junior level person is typically responsible for assisting more senior positions and/or performing functional duties under supervision. Mandatory Skills: Certified Computer Security Incident Response Cyber Security Direct experience in the implementation, administration, and configuration of Trellix ePO in a global enterprise environment Knowledge of RMF, Trellix ePO, NESSUS, SCAP, and vulnerability scanning Splunk Desired Skills: Experience reviewing network, host, and firewall security logs Company and Benefits System One, and its subsidiaries, are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients work more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. We offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT) #J-18808-Ljbffr ALTA IT Services, LLC

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