Network Evaluator 4

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Principal Network Evaluator to support an exciting Computer Network Defense mission. This role involves working closely with Government stakeholders to identify network vulnerabilities, investigate cyber threats, conduct network defense operations, and provide actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive computer network defense activities by analyzing systems and networks to identify vulnerabilities, detect network intrusions, monitor security events, assess attack surfaces, and develop operational courses of action to mitigate cyber threats.
• Perform vulnerability assessments using industry-standard tools and techniques, analyze network routing devices, traffic, and audit logs, conduct packet analysis, research emerging technologies and vulnerabilities, support digital forensics and exploitation analysis, document analytic findings, and produce comprehensive reports and recommendations for Government stakeholders.
• Support digital forensics and exploitation analysis, document analytic findings, and produce comprehensive reports and recommendations for Government stakeholders.
• Document analytic findings, and produce comprehensive reports and recommendations for Government stakeholders.

Requirements

• TS/SCI with agency appropriate polygraph.
• Experience with computer network defense, vulnerability assessment, incident response, packet analysis, SIEM technologies, and cybersecurity analysis.
• Experience researching system vulnerabilities and developing mitigation strategies.
• Practical experience with Splunk and Elastic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 11-years of relevant experience, or equivalent.

Skills

• Strong networking knowledge (Cisco, Juniper, & Arista devices and protocols).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Previous Hunt/Blue Team experience.
• Knowledge of Network Defense Integrity (NDI) Methodology, digital forensics, intrusion detection systems, vulnerability scanning technologies, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST cybersecurity frameworks, and scripting languages.
• Experience with Wireshark, tcpdump, or similar network analysis and SIEM tools.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (Security+, CySA+, GCIH, GCIA, GCFA, CISSP, or equivalent).

Benefits

• Generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually.
• Choice of medical plan options, some with HSA.
• Vision and Dental coverage.
• Life and AD&D benefits.
• Short and Long-Term Disability.
• Hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurances.
• Optional identity theft and legal protection services.
• Two complimentary branded clothing orders annually.

Pay

$ - $ per hour*

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

• SEP IRA contribution of 20% of gross compensation.
• Flexible PTO allocation.
• Various voluntary benefit plans.
• Company environment and perks including:
• Monthly lunches.
• Summer company picnic.
• Annual holiday party.
• Complimentary branded clothing orders annually.