Cyber Threat Analyst

Arlington, Virginia

Employer: Piper Companies
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Salary: $65000 - $70000 per year
Job type: Full-Time
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Cyber Threat Analyst to work on-site in Arlington, VA. The Cyber Threat Analyst will be responsible for onsite incident response and investigation, assessing cyber-attack severity, developing mitigation strategies, and aiding in service restoration for civilian government agencies and critical infrastructure entities.

*Must have an active TS/SCI clearance*

Responsibilities of the Cyber Threat Analyst include:

  • Develop mitigation strategies for potential cybersecurity incidents by researching and applying known resolutions and workarounds.
  • Utilize knowledge of adversary tactics to identify, validate, and categorize cyber threats across a range of IT environments.
  • Analyze network logs and monitor external security sources to stay updated on threats and assess their impact on the enterprise.
  • Investigate and document cybersecurity incidents, identifying causes and coordinating with relevant parties for resolution.
  • Provide continuous support and threat analysis during designated shifts, ensuring timely response to network alerts and incidents.


Qualifications for Cyber Threat Analyst include:

  • Possess active TS/SCI clearance and be capable of obtaining DHS Suitability.
  • Have over two years of experience in cyber incident response or security operations.
  • Education: BS Incident Management, Operations Management, Cybersecurity or related degree. HS Diploma with 4-6 years of incident management or cyber security experience.
  • Understand incident handling methodologies, cyber incident scoring systems, and attack stages for threat prioritization and triage.
  • Equip with skills in vulnerability categorization, system administration, operating system security, and knowledge of various threat actors.
  • Collaborate effectively across different locations with a solid grasp of network defense policies and understanding of system and application vulnerabilities.


Compensation for the Cyber Threat Analyst includes:

  • Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000 Depending on Experience
  • Full Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, etc.
Created: 2024-09-10
Reference: 126514
Country: United States
State: Virginia
City: Arlington
ZIP: 22209

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