Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst in Ashburn, VA
Leidos is hiring an experienced Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst to support the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Security Operations Center (SOC). Protect critical DHS networks from advanced cyber threats through proactive hunting, analysis, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform in-depth technical analysis of network and endpoint logs to execute threat hunts on agency assets.
- Utilize threat intelligence and MITRE ATT&CK framework to develop hypotheses and identify TTPs of adversaries.
- Track high-priority threat campaigns, analyze malware/code, and develop scripts (Python, C++, etc.) for detection.
- Author technical reports, briefings, and metrics; escalate findings and recommend security content.
- Maintain daily battle rhythm, coordinate with teams, and enhance overall enterprise security posture.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Proven experience in cyber threat hunting, log analysis, and intelligence fusion.
- Strong scripting and analytical skills with familiarity in DHS/CBP environments.
Why Leidos?
Earn $107,900 - $195,050 annually in a full-time, mid-level role. Enjoy top-tier benefits, career growth in defense IT, and the chance to safeguard national security. Apply now for this high-impact position in Ashburn, VA.
Locations
- Ashburn, Virginia, United States
Salary
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cyber Threat Huntingintermediate
- MITRE ATT&CK Frameworkintermediate
- Threat Intelligence Analysisintermediate
- Network & Endpoint Log Analysisintermediate
- Python Scriptingintermediate
- Malware Analysisintermediate
- TTPs Identificationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity or related field (experience)
- Experience in cyber threat analysis and hunting (experience)
- Proficiency with threat models and intelligence (experience)
- Scripting skills in Python, VB, C++, HTML/XML (experience)
- Knowledge of host, network, and application logs (experience)
- Ability to produce technical reports and briefings (experience)
- Understanding of DHS/CBP security operations (experience)
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth analysis of network/endpoint logs and execute threat hunts
- Develop threat hypotheses using intelligence and MITRE ATT&CK
- Identify/track high-priority threats, actors, and TTPs
- Analyze logs, malware, and code; develop detection scripts
- Prepare reports, briefings, and metrics for stakeholders
- Coordinate with teams to enhance detection/response posture
- Plan/scope threat hunt missions and maintain battle rhythm
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary $107,900 - $195,050
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and certification reimbursement
- general: Generous paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Employee stock purchase plan and bonuses
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Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst in Ashburn, VA
Leidos is hiring an experienced Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst to support the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Security Operations Center (SOC). Protect critical DHS networks from advanced cyber threats through proactive hunting, analysis, and reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform in-depth technical analysis of network and endpoint logs to execute threat hunts on agency assets.
- Utilize threat intelligence and MITRE ATT&CK framework to develop hypotheses and identify TTPs of adversaries.
- Track high-priority threat campaigns, analyze malware/code, and develop scripts (Python, C++, etc.) for detection.
- Author technical reports, briefings, and metrics; escalate findings and recommend security content.
- Maintain daily battle rhythm, coordinate with teams, and enhance overall enterprise security posture.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Proven experience in cyber threat hunting, log analysis, and intelligence fusion.
- Strong scripting and analytical skills with familiarity in DHS/CBP environments.
Why Leidos?
Earn $107,900 - $195,050 annually in a full-time, mid-level role. Enjoy top-tier benefits, career growth in defense IT, and the chance to safeguard national security. Apply now for this high-impact position in Ashburn, VA.
Locations
- Ashburn, Virginia, United States
Salary
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
107,900 - 195,050 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Cyber Threat Huntingintermediate
- MITRE ATT&CK Frameworkintermediate
- Threat Intelligence Analysisintermediate
- Network & Endpoint Log Analysisintermediate
- Python Scriptingintermediate
- Malware Analysisintermediate
- TTPs Identificationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity or related field (experience)
- Experience in cyber threat analysis and hunting (experience)
- Proficiency with threat models and intelligence (experience)
- Scripting skills in Python, VB, C++, HTML/XML (experience)
- Knowledge of host, network, and application logs (experience)
- Ability to produce technical reports and briefings (experience)
- Understanding of DHS/CBP security operations (experience)
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth analysis of network/endpoint logs and execute threat hunts
- Develop threat hypotheses using intelligence and MITRE ATT&CK
- Identify/track high-priority threats, actors, and TTPs
- Analyze logs, malware, and code; develop detection scripts
- Prepare reports, briefings, and metrics for stakeholders
- Coordinate with teams to enhance detection/response posture
- Plan/scope threat hunt missions and maintain battle rhythm
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary $107,900 - $195,050
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Professional development and certification reimbursement
- general: Generous paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Employee stock purchase plan and bonuses
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst - Careers at Leidos @ Leidos.
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