This work can be performed in one of the following locations:

Fort Washington, MD (JBAB)

Reston, VA

College Park, MD

Analyze a variety of information and intelligence relevant to the threats facing the systems, assets, and resources critical to the nation, and develop research studies and recommendations. Serve as liaison to the client’s intelligence sharing partnerships and interface with both government and professional associations. Lead the planning and implementation of intelligence initiatives and regularly interface with senior management and executive leadership. Lead the design and development of the Malware Information Sharing Platform (MISP) program. Provide advice and counsel to the client regarding MISP. Play a role in overall functional strategic planning.

Basic Qualifications:

·      5+ years of experience with cybersecurity, threat intelligence, Hunt, Red Team, or penetration testing.

·      Deep familiarity with Threat Intelligence Platforms and Threat Information Sharing standards (e.g., Malware Information Sharing Platform - MISP, Collaborative Research into Threats - CRITS).

·      Experience designing and developing an optimal deployment construct for MISP programs.

·      Experience with .MIL cloud architectures.

·      Experience with docker containers.

·      Knowledge of malware types, malware analysis tools and procedures, and how to report malware analysis output.

·      TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a counter-intelligence polygraph.

·      HS diploma or GED and 10+ years IT experience, Associate’s degree and 7+ years IT experience, Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of IT experience or Master degree and 3+ years IT experience.

·      Active DoD 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II Certification, including Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, SSCP, CySA+, GICSP, or CND.

·      Ability to obtain a DoD 8570.01-M Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) - Infrastructure Support (IS) certification, including CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, or CND prior to start date.

Optional Qualifications:

·      Experience conducting technical intelligence analysis and serving as a technical intelligence resource.

·      Experience with cross domain information flow.

·      Experience with clearly defining complex issues despite incomplete or ambiguous information.

·      Knowledge of scripting languages, API functionality, and data access methodologies.

·      Ability to operate in a fast-paced work environment, multi-task, and handle truncated delivery deadlines.

·      Possession of excellent writing skills.

·      Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills.