Network Based Systems Analyst III

Level III  (7-9 years network investigations experience with a High school diploma; or a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline, and with 5-7 years of network investigations experience) Proficiency level III includes all skills defined at level II in addition to the following:  Assist the Government lead in coordinating teams in preliminary incident response investigations  Assist the Government lead with interfacing with the customer while onsite  Determines appropriate courses of actions in response to identified and analyzed anomalous network activity  Assess network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations  Assist with the writing and publishing of Computer Network Defense guidance and reports on incident findings to appropriate constituencies  Level III  (7-9 years network investigations experience with a High school diploma; or a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related discipline, and with 5-7 years of network investigations experience) Proficiency level III includes all skills defined at level II in addition to the following:  Assist the Government lead in coordinating teams in preliminary incident response investigations  Assist the Government lead with interfacing with the customer while onsite  Determines appropriate courses of actions in response to identified and analyzed anomalous network activity  Assess network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations  Assist with the writing and publishing of Computer Network Defense guidance and reports on incident findings to appropriate constituencies  

Network Based Systems Analyst III - TS/SCI 

 Arlington, VA

Join an outstanding team that offers exciting job opportunities with the goal of providing the absolute best support to our customers.  Here at DigiFlight we embrace integrity, innovative solutions, put our customers first and offer a highly competitive benefits package!

Role description:
  Network Based Systems Analyst III:

- Assists the Government lead in coordinating teams in preliminary incident response investigations

- Assists the Government lead with interfacing with the customer while on site

- Determines appropriate courses of actions in response to identified and analyses anomalous network activity

- Assesses network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations

- Assists with the writing and publishing of Computer Network Defense guidance and reports on incident findings to appropriate constituencies

- Collects network intrusion artifacts (e.g., PCAP, domains, URI’s, certificates, etc.) and uses discovered data to enable mitigation of potential Computer Network Defense incidents

- Analyzes identified malicious network activity to determine weaknesses exploited, exploitation methods, effects on system and information

- Collects network device integrity data and analyze for signs of tampering or compromise

- Assists with real-time CND incident handling (i.e., forensic collections, intrusion correlation and tracking, threat analysis, and advising on system remediation) tasks to support onsite engagements

- Assist with developing analytic solutions for mapping network traffic back to Threat TTPs

- Provide input to the Government lead in developing processes, standards, WI’s, or SOPs

Required Skills:

- U.S. Citizenship

- Must have an active TS/SCI clearance

- Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability

- 5+ years of directly relevant experience in network investigations

- In depth knowledge of CND policies, procedures, and regulations

- In depth knowledge of TCP/IP protocols

- In depth knowledge of standard protocols – ICMP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSH, SMTP, SMB, NFS, etc.  

- In depth knowledge and experience of Wifi networking 

- In depth knowledge and experience of network topologies - DMZ’s, WAN’s, etc.

- Substantial knowledge of Splunk (or other SIEM’s)

- Understanding of MITRE Adversary Tactics, Techniques and Common Knowledge (ATT&CK)

- Ability to characterize and analyze network traffic to identify anomalous activity and potential threats to network resources

- Ability to identify and analyze anomalies in network traffic using metadata

- Experience with reconstructing a malicious attack or activity based on network traffic

- Experience examining network topologies to understand data flows through the network

- Must be able to travel domestically on short notice

- Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations

Required Education:

BS Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma & 7-9 years of network investigations experience.

Preferred Skills:

- Substantial knowledge of network device integrity concepts and methodologies

- Proficiency with network analysis software (e.g., Wireshark)  

- Proficiency with carving and extracting information from PCAP data 

- Proficiency with non-traditional network traffic (e.g. Command and Control)

- Knowledge of ICS/OT protocols

- Substantial knowledge of Arkime

- Experience with network sensors (e.g., Corelight, Cisco FMC, Suricata)  

Desired Certifications:

- DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II, IASAE II, CSSP Analyst, GCIA, GCIH, CSSP Analyst/CSSP Incident Responder

Our People 

DigiFlight attracts the most highly skilled workforce to protect some of our nation’s most sensitive systems. Before joining the company, many DigiFlight professionals served our country in a civilian and/or military capacity. Our diverse team provides innovative solutions as they support critical clients in tackling tough challenges. Most importantly, our team is passionate about their work and making a difference.

Our corporate culture promotes a healthy work/life balance.

Our Benefits

DigiFlight’s competitive benefits package allows employees to manage their personal and professional portfolios through a variety of features and programs. Our benefits include:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition Education Assistance
• Professional Development
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Marketing Incentive Plans

DFI offers a highly competitive, family-oriented benefits package.