Network Forensics Cybersecurity Analyst I

Company: Kforce Technology Staffing
Location: Arlington
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client that is seeking a Network Forensics Cybersecurity Analyst I in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities:* Collecting and analyzing network traffic * Monitoring of external data sources to maintain currency of Computer Network Defense threat conditions* Performing analysis of log files from a variety of sources (e.g., network traffic logs, firewall logs, intrusion detection system logs, DNS logs) to identify possible threats to network security * Receiving and analyzing network alerts from various sources within the enterprise and determine possible causes of such alerts* Tracking and documenting Computer Network Defense incidents from initial detection through final resolution.REQUIREMENTS:* 1+ years of directly relevant experience in network investigations * Knowledge of Computer Network Defense policies, procedures, and regulations * Knowledge of TCP/IP * Knowledge of standard protocols * ICMP, HTTP/S, DNS, SSH, SMTP, etc. * Knowledge of network topologies * Knowledge of defense-in-depth principles and general attack stages with respect to network security architecture* 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 * Ability to reconstruct a malicious attack or activity based on network traffic * Ability to examine network topologies to understand data flows through the network * Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. - provided by Dice

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