Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO) Analyst

Posted 14 Days Ago
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Colorado Springs, CO, USA
In-Office
100K-115K Annually
Junior
Artificial Intelligence • Cybersecurity • Quantum Computing • Defense
The Role
Monitor and analyze cyber incidents for the U.S. Space Force, conduct intrusion detection and incident response, tune defensive cyber tools, document after-action activities, develop DCO tactics and procedures, and research cybersecurity improvements. The role requires active TS/SCI clearance, CSSP certification, onsite night-shift work, and experience with security monitoring tools and scripting.
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Description

Quantum Sky has an opening for a Defensive Cyber Analyst to support the United States Space Force (USSF) D6 Contract by providing continuous Cybersecurity Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Cyber Incident Responses.  This is 100% onsite and will be day shift hours.


Responsibilities:

  • Analyze cyber incidents, correlate incident details and formulate response actions.
  • Provide recommendations on tuning and maximizing capability of existing tools, while providing recommendations for other tools to increase capability.
  • Monitor government provided DCO tools and systems.
  • Conduct after action processes to capture efforts taken to mitigate unauthorized actions.
  • Participate in development of DCO Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs).
  • Participate in development of DCO concept of operations, processes and procedures.
  • Identify security discrepancies and report security incidents.
  • Provide expert research and analysis in support of expanding programs and area of responsibility.
Qualifications

Required:

  • Minimum of one (1) active DoD 8570.07-M Cyber Security Services Provider (CSSP) "Analyst" or "Incident Responder" certifications:
  • CEH, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, PenTest+, CHFI or GCFA
  • 1-3 years of Cybersecurity/IT experience
  • Experience performing Continuous Cybersecurity Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Cyber Incident Response.
  • Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) experience is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Space Operations is highly desired.
  • Experience with the following tools:
  • Elastic Stack, Kibana, Suricata, Splunk, Snort, Wireshark, Bro/Zeek logs, tcpdump, editcap, ACAS, Microsoft Office 365, Python or Bash scripting.

Clearance:

  • Active DoD TS/SCI clearance

Schedule/Shift: 

  • Night Shift 645p-645a MT, either Sun-Tues, or Thurs-Sat, and every other Wed.

Location:

  • Schriever Space Force Base (SFB), CO
About Quantum Sky

Compensation:

  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $100,000-$115,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it. 


At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky? 


Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Skills Required

  • At least one active DoD 8570.07-M CSSP Analyst or Incident Responder certification, such as CEH, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, PenTest+, CHFI, or GCFA
  • 1-3 years of cybersecurity or IT experience
  • Experience with continuous cybersecurity monitoring, intrusion detection, and cyber incident response
  • Experience with Elastic Stack, Kibana, Suricata, Splunk, Snort, Wireshark, Bro/Zeek logs, tcpdump, editcap, ACAS, Microsoft Office 365, and Python or Bash scripting
  • Cybersecurity Service Provider experience
  • Familiarity with Space Operations
  • Active DoD TS/SCI clearance

Quantum Sky Engineering LLC Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered good or on par with competition, with specialized roles advertising strong salary ranges. Compensation is often characterized as fair relative to job requirements and provides a steady paycheck.
  • Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Programs such as annual merit and promotional increases, performance and project-retention bonuses, spot bonuses, and certification incentives are highlighted. These offerings link rewards to skills growth and project outcomes.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement plans include a 401(k) with employer matching noted in postings. This signals support for long-term savings alongside core insurance and paid-holiday benefits.

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The Company
969 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Quantum Sky is a Reston, Virginia-based mission technology company, formerly Tyto Athene, that delivers secure, AI-enabled and quantum-ready capabilities to defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Its work spans enterprise IT, network engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, software, post-quantum cryptography, and applied quantum technologies, helping customers modernize critical systems, protect mission data, and achieve faster, more resilient decision-making across complex, high-consequence missions.

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