Intrusion Analyst VV

Primary Location: Possible locations in the Extended Enterprise include Maryland, Georgia, Texas, Utah, and Hawaii. Positions at each location are subject to openings that can change on a monthly basis.

Position Summary: VaST is seeking qualified candidates with specialized experience to support our Intrusion Analyst needs in the Extended Enterprise.

Position Description: VaST is seeking qualified Intrusion Analysts Levels 1-3. The Intrusion Analyst will monitor networks by analyzing data collected from a variety of cyber defense tools to mitigate threats.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze target digital network data to discover, analyze, and document malicious and unauthorized activity using information collected from a variety of SIGINT and computer network defense resources.
• Analyze metadata collected from tasked communications systems in order to identify, locate, and track targets, and to accurately report the intelligence gained from metadata analysis.
• Categorize traffic as benign, suspicious, or malicious activity, and document malicious tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Focus on network and/or host-based activity.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline from accredited college or university.
• Relevant experience must be in malware analysis, Programming experience in C, C#, C , Java, Perl, or Python is preferred. CISSP, GIAC GREM or CREA Certification is preferred for Level 1.
• CISSP, CEH, Sec , Net , GIAC GREM and/or CREA Certification is required for Levels 2 and 3.
• Level 1- Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years of relevant experience, Associates degree with 4 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
• Level 2- Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of relevant experience, Associates degree with 7 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
• Level 3- Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience, Associates degree with 10 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.

Requirements:

• Must have an active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Abilities and Competencies:

• Self-motivated and eager to work intently to satisfy mission requirements.
• Adaptable and has the desire to maintain our VaST culture.
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written communications.
• Ability to multitask and adjust priorities as needed.

Who we are

Founded in 1999, Virginia Systems & Technology, Inc. (VaST) is headquartered in Warrenton, Virginia. VaST is 100% employee owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with employees supporting clients around the globe. Our highest priorities are providing top-tier support to our clients while maintaining an employee first culture. Through this, VaST has earned the highest reputation of quality support as we are continually relied upon to solve the most difficult engineering problems for our clients. Our employees enjoy some of the most flexible and valuable compensation packages in the industry along with the long-term investment that comes from company ownership. Through our ESOP program, employees are provided ownership through annual contributions made by the employer. At VaST, being an employee owner means having a stable present while building your future. For more information about VaST, visit our website at www.VaST-inc.com.

Virginia Systems & Technology Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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