Computer Network Defense Analyst; EAIRS

Computer Network Defense Analyst (EAIRS)

Location: Fully On-site in Columbus, OH;
Fort Belvoir, VA; or Battle Creek, MI

Employment Type: Full-time.

Salary Range: TBD

Clearance Required: Active Top Secret

About Horizon Industries: Horizon Industries Limited is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. Founded in 1996, Horizon has evolved into a company of highly qualified professionals that provide full-cycle IT consulting and management support in both the private and public sectors. Horizon’s culture is based on our core values and prides itself on a diverse, employee‑ and family‑centric approach.

• Participate in 24x7x365 monitoring of DLA’s SIEM and other cybersecurity monitoring tools to detect and respond to threats within DLA’s Enterprise Network Environment.
• Perform actions to protect, monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to unauthorized activity.
• Employ cybersecurity capabilities to respond to specific alerts or emerging threats.
• Review logged events for trends indicative of attack or compromise.
• Actively monitor logs and traffic for Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) and “low and slow” attacks.
• Maintain awareness of possible threats through intelligence resources, including open‑source intelligence (OSINT).
• Provide technical analysis and sustainment support for enterprise IA tools and applications; assist with application of Defense‑In‑Depth signatures and perimeter defense controls.

• Five (5) years of relevant IT experience.
• Two (2) years performing root‑cause analysis of cybersecurity events and incidents, with working knowledge of at least two security tools such as firewall, IDS/IPS, host‑based antivirus, data‑loss prevention, vulnerability management, forensics, malware analysis, and device hardening.
• Understanding of Defense‑in‑Depth strategy.
• Ability to build scripts and tools to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities (preferably in SPL, Python, or Power Shell).
• Must possess a DOD Top Secret Clearance.
• Must possess a relevant certification meeting the DOD 8570.01 IAT level II: CCNA‑Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP.
• Must maintain CNDSP/CSSP‑IR certification.
• Must obtain one of the “Computer Network Defense” CE certifications within six (6) months of onboarding.

This project supports DLA Cybersecurity in performing CSSP functions, including incident response and cybersecurity content development for externally hosted programs and applications. It coordinates with DLA stakeholder groups to ensure incident handling across the enterprise protects DLA data, networks, and applications in accordance with DoD directives. The JETS Program provides IT services, management expertise, and support for applications, hardware, infrastructure, and systems across the DLA IT Enterprise.

• A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, vision, dental, and disability coverage.
• A 401(k) plan with 100% vested contributions from day one and employer match after 90 days.
• An educational assistance program.
• A student‑loan repayment program.
• Paid time off.
• Access to a passionate, multidisciplinary team of creative minds.

Horizon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We also provide equal opportunity for veterans and individuals with disabilities.