Sr. Cyber Security Analyst

Since 1996, Networking For Future, Inc. (NFF) has been engineering the backbone of mission-critical systems for government and enterprise clients. With headquarters in Washington, DC, we provide expert technology consulting and design-build solutions that solve complex challenges and deliver measurable real-world results.

NFF is an ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certified company. Our expertise includes solutions for Artificial Intelligence Enablement, Data Center & Cloud, Intelligent Networks, Secure, Connected IoT Technologies, Professional and Managed Services, Workforce Solutions and Zero Trust Strategies. NFF leverages a strategic portfolio of over 200 industry-leading technology brands to deliver precisely tailored solutions that align with each client's unique requirements and mission objectives.

NFF is a Cisco Gold Integrator Partner, Splunk Partner, Arista Partner, Cohesity Partner, Apptega Partner, NetApp Gold Partner, VMware Enterprise Partner, Alloterra Labs Partner, Axis Communications Partner, Asimily Partner, Signify Partner, Rapid7 Partner, Foresite Partner, Arctic Wolf Partner, Microsoft Certified Silver Partner, and Dell Solution Provider Partner.

NFF also holds GSA Schedule 47QTCA21D0047 and many other government contract vehicles.

Role Description: The Senior Cyber Security Analyst is responsible for the administration of deployed cyber control technologies. The role is part of the Security Operation Center (SOC) which monitors, analyzes, detects, and responds to cyber incidents on both traditional IT and Operational Technology (OT) networks. The role coordinates with both the Information Technology (IT) team and Operational Team (OT) to ensure individuals have the appropriate access to Enterprise Resources, monitor vulnerabilities and threats, collects intelligence, assists in disaster recovery operations, and in updating cyber controls with intelligence obtained from third-party providers. This role is also responsible for the identification of IT assets supporting Enterprise’s business processes.

• Supports the Director, Cyber Security Services, in ensuring Enterprise’s preparedness to address cyber risks.
• Maintains user access controls for computing resources.
• Monitors SOC operations to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber incidents, including intrusion attempts, malware infections, and other security threats, across IT and OT networks.
• Analyzes security events and incidents within the Enterprise Computing and Network environment, investigating root causes, assessing impact, and coordinate and document response actions to mitigate risks and minimize operational disruptions.
• Tests, implements, deploys, maintains, reviews, and administers the infrastructure software required to effectively manage the Enterprise network defenses and resources.
• Monitors Enterprise’s network to actively remediate unauthorized activities.
• Assists in disaster recovery operations, using preparation, identification, mitigation, remediation, and recovery approaches, as needed to maximize business resilience and information security.
• Collaborate with the Director, Cyber Security Services, to incorporate threat intelligence obtained from third-party providers into Cyber Controls, enhancing Enterprise's ability to proactively identify and mitigate emerging threats.
• Conducts and reports outcomes of vulnerability and penetration testing on IT and OT systems, identifying and prioritizing vulnerabilities for remediation to reduce the risk of exploitation by malicious actors.
• Uses advanced threat hunting techniques and tools to identify and neutralize threats before they escalate.
• Documents security incidents, investigations, and response activities in accordance with established procedures, ensuring accurate and thorough reporting for compliance, audit, and legal purposes.
• Determines deviations from acceptable configuration, vendor, or IT Policy.
• Generates security metrics, dashboards, and reports to provide visibility into key cybersecurity performance indicators, trends, and emerging risks for the senior executive team.
• Oversee the receipt and distribution of IT assets owned, leased, or subleased by Enterprise to IT and OT, including creation and maintenance of supporting documentation to manage the acquisition and disposal of IT assets.
• Continuously assesses and improves Enterprise's cybersecurity capabilities, processes, and procedures, leveraging lessons learned, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance overall cyber resilience and readiness.

Key Working Relationships: Works with the Information Technology Solution Center (ITSC) and Infrastructure teams to enable the delivery and disposal of computing and network assets. Maintains and manages Role-Based Access to the Information Technology Asset Management Database. Partners with internal stakeholders to understand and logically document current and future processes.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Information Systems.
• Strong understanding of the key functions of cybersecurity, cyber risk mitigation strategies, and event and incident flows within a Security Event and Incident (SEIM) system.
• Ability to define the problem, generate and select alternatives, and implement solutions.
• Intermediate understanding of MITRE and Adversarial Tactics, Techniques and Common Knowledge (ATT&CK) framework for Information Technology and Operational Technology Networks.
• Strong understanding of one or more computer programming and/or scripting languages (PowerShell, KQL, Python, etc.).
• Intermediate understanding of network ports, protocols, and services, host and network-based Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).
• Advanced understanding of system and network logging events.
• Familiarity with the National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST 800-53 Control Families and the NIST Cyber Incident Response steps.

Minimum Education Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related technical field from an accredited college or university.

Required Skills:

• Cybersecurity Tools & Technologies
• Information Security
• Access Control
• Incident Response
• Adaptable & Agile
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Teamwork
• Communication Skills

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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