Job Description
Immediate opening for a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst in Washington DC! Join our elite team protecting federal infrastructure against evolving threats. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work at the forefront of national security. We're seeking passionate professionals ready to make an immediate impact in our fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats across federal networks using SIEM tools
- Lead incident response protocols for cybersecurity breaches
- Develop and implement advanced threat detection strategies
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on security architecture
- Create detailed threat intelligence reports for leadership
- Maintain compliance with NIST and FISMA standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- CISSP, CEH, or GIAC certification required
- Expertise in SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and EDR solutions
- Proven incident response and threat hunting experience
- Familiarity with federal security compliance frameworks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain)