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Job Description:
Parsons is growing its team of Cyber Forensic Analysts and Cyber Intrusion Analysts (at several levels) to support upcoming mission-critical cybersecurity work. If you enjoy hands-on cyber investigation, thrive on solving difficult technical problems, and want to work alongside experienced practitioners in a highly collaborative environment, these opportunities offer an excellent next step in your career.
We are building our team in support of a customer mission that requires a range of hands-on cybersecurity expertise. These roles may involve forensics imaging, host-based forensics, network-based forensics, intrusion analysis, advanced threat analysis, malware analysis, reverse engineering, and related cyber investigative activities. We are looking for technical professionals who enjoy digging into complex problems, working through challenging cyber questions, and contributing to high-quality analysis that makes a real difference for the customer.
Whether your strengths are in forensic collection, host or network analysis, intrusion investigation, malware analysis, or a blend of several cyber disciplines, we are interested in connecting with people who are excited to contribute and continue growing. Our cyber professionals work together as a cohesive unit, share knowledge freely, learn from one another, and continually improve both individual and team capability.
You’ll be joining Parsons’ local Analytics & Engineering team, a community known for its strong culture of defensive cyber operations, technical excellence, and collaboration. We invest in both mission success and team connection through regular social events, technical talks, training opportunities, and hands-on innovation activities at our Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Lab in Columbia, MD. From team lunches and ice cream socials to family-friendly seasonal events and technical learning sessions, we work hard to create an environment where people can do meaningful work and enjoy being part of the team.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Perform hands-on cyber analysis in support of customer mission requirements
- Support one or more areas including:
- Forensics imaging and evidence acquisition
- Host-based forensics across Windows, LInux/Unix and macOS
- Network-based forensics and intrusion analysis
- APT analysis
- Malware analysis and reverse engineering
- Digital evidence collection, examination, and chain-of-custody documentation
- Analyze and correlate data from multiple technical sources to identify malicious activity, artifacts, indicators, or investigative leads
- Produce clear, accurate, and actionable technical findings and reporting
- Apply sound forensic and analytic tradecraft to support cyber investigations and mission outcomes
- Collaborate closely with other analysts and subject matter experts to solve complex technical problems
- Continuously improve your technical skills and adapt to new tools, technologies, and cyber threats
- Contribute to a team culture centered on learning, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence
What Required Skills You’ll Bring
- Bachelors degree and 10+ years experience
- Active Secret clearance
- Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Cyber forensics
- Intrusion analysis
- Host-based analysis
- Network-based analysis
- Malware analysis
- Reverse engineering
- Digital evidence handling
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate technical findings clearly in writing and verbally
- Willingness to learn, grow, and contribute in a collaborative technical environment
What Desired Skills You’ll Bring
- At least one intermediate or advanced-level industry certification relevant to digital forensics (e.g., DGIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), EnCase Certified Examiner (EnCE), Analysis Comparison Evaluation (ACE), or equivalent)
- Experience with forensics imaging and evidence preservation
- Experience conducting host-based and/or network-based forensic analysis
- Experience analyzing APT activity, adversary behaviors, or sophisticated intrusion activity
- Familiarity with malware analysis and/or reverse engineering
- Relevant cybersecurity or forensic certifications
- Experience supporting Government, DoD, IC, or national security cybersecurity missions
- Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards and quality assurance procedures
- Passion for continuous technical development and collaborative problem-solving
- active/current TS/SCI clearance
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $125,100.00 - $225,200.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience
- Active Secret security clearance
- Experience in cyber forensics, intrusion analysis, host-based analysis, network-based analysis, malware analysis, reverse engineering, or digital evidence handling
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate technical findings clearly in writing and verbally
- Willingness to learn, grow, and contribute in a collaborative technical environment
- Intermediate or advanced industry certification relevant to digital forensics, such as GCFE, EnCE, ACE, or equivalent
- Experience with forensic imaging and evidence preservation
- Experience conducting host-based and/or network-based forensic analysis
- Experience analyzing APT activity, adversary behaviors, or sophisticated intrusion activity
- Familiarity with malware analysis and/or reverse engineering
- Relevant cybersecurity or forensic certifications
- Experience supporting Government, DoD, IC, or national security cybersecurity missions
- Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation standards and quality assurance procedures
- Active/current TS/SCI clearance
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
