Cyber Data Analyst

• Minimum 8 years relevant experience with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with PhD. A degree in one of the following fields is highly desired:
  Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or Software Engineering. However, an additional four years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelors degree.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Self-motivated individual with attention to detail.
• Expert in Jira, MS Excel, with experience creating pivot table and other charts.
• Experience with Department of Defense Cyber Operations.
• Experience communicating with senior government or military leadership.
• Knowledge of Mitre ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain.
• Knowledge of Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
• Familiarity with phishing and ransomware incidents.
• Preferred certifications: CCE, CySA+, or GCTI.

Peraton is seeking a Cyber Data Analyst in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges.

Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.

• Compose cyber trend reports for Defense Industrial Base partners.
• Respond to various RFIs, including data pulls and other metrics.
• Monitor Jira for various tickets and provide updates as needed.
• Identify ways to automate processes within Jira and Confluence.
• Identify ways to automate daily operations and update SOPs accordingly
• Identify ways to redesign Jira ticketing UI.
• Identify ways to enhance the service management experience within Jira.
• Conduct open-source and closed-source research of indicators of compromise utilizing common threat vendor tools.
• Analyze threat data from various sources.
• Conduct peer reviews of team members' reports.
• Conduct outreach to DIB partners and customers for amplifying information related to cyber reports and incidents.