Cyber Defense Analyst

Job ID 2615324-OTHLOC-100000685975050 Location Augusta, GA, US Date Posted 2026-09-10 Category Cyber Subcategory Cybersecurity Ops Schedule Full-Time Shift Day Job Travel Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI_wPoly Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a candidate to fill a Cyber Defense Analyst position on a joint Contractor-Government Cyber Protection Team with our customer at Ft. Meade, MD. Job Duties Configuration, management, and optimization of intrusion detection systems for both host and networkIntegrate and manage network sensorsConduct threat analysis utilizing various sources to identify threatsConfiguration, management and optimization of intrusion detection systemsConfiguration and design of deployable network kits that include switches, routers, taps, hypervisors and network storage devices to ensure seamless integration and optimal performanceMalware triageCyber threat emulation to assess defensive posture and capabilities while in a controlled environmentThreat hunting to identify advanced persistent threatsTechnical writing in support of findings and providing security recommendations in order to secure networks Qualifications Required Education and Experience BS and nine (9) years or more experience; four (4) years additional in lieu of degreeDigital Forensics of Windows, Linux and networking devicesIncident Response Team Experience Proven experience leading or supporting the detection, containment, and recovery of cybersecurity incidents in complex environmentsSecurity Operations Center Analyst Tier 2 and 3 Expertise Demonstrated ability to investigate advanced threats, manage escalated incidents, and develop and refine SOC response proceduresCyber Protection Team Knowledge Practical experience identifying vulnerabilities and implementing proactive measures to defend systems, networks, and data against evolving cyber threats Required Security Clearance Must has an active TS/SCI with a CI Poly (poly must have been completed within the last 5 years) Required Certification Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level III Desired Certification/Skills Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Offensive SecurityZero Trust ArchitectureICS/SCADA