Cyber Threat Analyst

Responsibilities

• Analyze cyber threats from state and non-state actors, identifying trends, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Conduct research on classified systems and leverage open-source intelligence (OSINT) to assess emerging threats
• Provide cybersecurity briefings and consultations to technical experts, non-technical stakeholders, and senior leadership
• Monitor and evaluate adversarial cyber activity and its implications for USG personnel and critical infrastructure
• Utilize technical expertise to assess malware, exploit trends, and cyber intrusion techniques
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance situational awareness

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 9 years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience)
• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Ability to obtain a final Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Professional certification such as CISSP, CASP+, CEH, CySA+, or similar
• Expertise in adversarial cyber actors and the current global threat landscape
• Technical proficiency in malware analysis, network defense, and incident response
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain frameworks
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cyber threat intelligence platforms, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM tools
• Previous experience in a government, military, or intelligence community (IC) role
• Deep understanding of adversarial targeting of USG personnel and critical infrastructure

Benefits

• Certification incentive program
• 401k matched
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and floating federal holidays
• Life and Disability insurance

About the Company

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia.