Cyber Intelligence Analyst

Program Overview

Encompasses technical, engineering, data analytics, cyber security, management, operational, logistical, and administrative support for Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Cyber and Technology Security Directorate in three key offices/functional areas: Cyber Monitoring and Operations, Cyber Threat and Investigations, and Technology Innovation and Engineering State.

About The Role

Peraton is looking for an experienced Cyber Intelligence Analyst to become part of Peraton’s Department of State (DoS) Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program.

Location: Arlington, VA – full-time/on-site

In this role, you will:

• Perform consolidated and comprehensive information and intelligence analysis of threat data obtained from classified, proprietary, and open-source resources to provide indication and warnings of impending attacks against the DoS information, systems, and personnel.
• Provide senior level briefings at all levels of classification, facilitating seamless fusion of information.
• Fuse information from multiple classification levels to inform decision-making and collaboration across stakeholders.
• Foster innovation among the Division, serving as the focal point of collaboration between both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Analyze and report on unique attack vectors, emerging cyber threats, and current trends used by malicious actors.
• Perform cyber and technical threat analyses of Nation-State cyber actors, other foreign countries, hacker groups, terrorist organizations and other entities with capabilities.
• Assess the cyber threat environment for U.S. missions worldwide.
• Provide cyber security guidance to internal personnel on threats to external accounts (e.g. employee personal accounts, official social media, etc.).
• Conduct engagement with U.S. government agencies and private sector partners in support of the DoS mission.

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Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required. An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Must possess and maintain at least ONE of the following certifications:
  • CASP+ CE; CCISO; CCNA-Security; CISM; CISSP (or Associate); CISSP (or Associate); CND; CSSLP; CySA+; GICSP; GSEC; GSLC; Security+ CE; SSCP; PPDA; Agile IC; SNOW App Dev
• Demonstrated aptitude for providing analysis and research for industry, infrastructure, technology, country, geographic area, biographic and targeted vulnerability.
• Working knowledge in preparing assessments of current events based on the sophisticated collection, research, and analysis of classified and open-source information.
• Demonstrated proficiency in collecting data via a combination of standard intelligence methods and business processes.
• Knowledge of Nation-State cyber adversaries and their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• U.S. citizenship required.
• An active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.