Cybersecurity Analyst (Intrusion Analyst)

Description

Who we are:

At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.

What we do:

Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation’s toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.

Why ANS:

At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let’s ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

As an Intrusion Analyst on our team, you will: be trusted to analyze target digital network data to discover, analyze and document malicious or unauthorized activity using information collected from a variety of SIGINT and computer network defense resources

Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance and Polygraph required
• A Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and 4 years of relevant experience. An Associate’s degree plus 10 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.
• One or more of the following certifications required: CISSP, CEH, Sec+, Net+, GIAC GREM, CREA
• Degree must be in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or related discipline from an accredited college or university
• Relevant experience must be in malware analysis
• Programming experience in C, C#, C++, Java, Perl, or Python is preferred

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze target digital network data to discover, analyze and document malicious or 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 form metadata analysis
• Categorize traffic as benign, suspicious, or malicious activity and document malicious tactics, techniques, and procedures
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies
• Have a network and/or host-based focus

Requirements

Benefits:

ANS offers excellent compensation along with a generous benefits package to include:

• Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
• Pet Insurance
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Maternity/ Paternity Leave
• Supplemental Military Leave Pay
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
• Generous Professional Development Program
• 100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 100% Employer paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
• Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
• Potential for Paid Overtime
• Flexible Work Schedules

Applied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

As required by local law, Applied Network Solutions, Inc. provides reasonable salary ranges of compensation for work performed in applicable states. Ranges are not a guarantee of compensation and depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to contractual requirements, work location, years of experience, skill set, and education. Overtime is not guaranteed for this position.