Computer Network Defense Analyst 4

Job Number: 296 Job Category: GovTech Job Title: COMPUTER NETWORK DEFENSE ANALYST 4 (296) - MARYLAND- URGENT Job Type: Full-time Clearance Level: Top Secret/SCI - Full Scope Polygraph Work Arrangement: On-site Job Location: Fort Meade MD Salary: 200K-220K Background Continuously monitor network activity to detect and respond to potential security incidents
Conduct intrusion detection and incident response activities
Analyze correlated log data to identify potential threats or anomalies
Develop and implement custom Snort rules to enhance network intrusion detection capabilities
Recognize and differentiate between legitimate network activity and malicious intrusions or compromises
Secure network gear by implementing appropriate measures to mitigate known vulnerabilities
Correlate forensic findings with network events to develop detailed intrusion narratives
Collaborate with government and customer personnel to validate and investigate security alerts
Document and track incident analysis through resolution, providing detailed reports and findings Requirements AA + 13 yrs or B.A. + 11 yrs or Masters +9 yrs or PhD + 7 yrs
Relevant experience must be in computer or information systems design/development, programming, information/cyber/network security, vulnerability analysis, penetration testing, computer forensics, information assurance, and/or systems engineering
Must have experience in network or system administration Preferred Completion of military training in a relevant area such as JCAC (Joint Cyber Analysis Course), Undergraduate Cyber Training (UCT), Network Warfare Bridge Course (NWBC)/Intermediate Network Warfare Training (INWT), Cyber Defense Operations will be considered towards relevant experience