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BTAS, Inc.

IL · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

The Command, Control, Communications, and Cyber (C4) Systems (C4S) Directorate (J6) provides ... essential Command, Control, Communications, and Collaboration Support (C5S) services to the ...

BTAS, Inc.

IL · On-site

The Cyber Threat Analysis Support role supports the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Cyberspaces Operations Forces' (COF), located at Scott Air Force Base (AFB), IL. The COF ...

Defense Information Systems Agency

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

IL · On-site +1

$63K - $119K/yr

It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command. It is in the Administrative Support Work Category at the Developmental Work Level within ...

AON PLC

Cyber Broker

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80 - $95/hr

To learn more, please visit: for broking new and renewal Cyber/E&O business, handling all aspects ... Effectively negotiate with insurance carriers demonstrating a command of the risk; drive financial ...

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Defense Information Systems Agency

Security Specialist

IL · On-site +1

$91K - $119K/yr

It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command. It is in the Professional Work Category at the Full Performance Work Level within the CES ...

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Infographic showing various Cyber Command job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,890 per year, or $60 per hour.

Cyber Threat Analysis Support

BTAS

Scott Air Force Base, IL • On-site

$85K - $105K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform threat analysis to support DoDIN operations and protect USTRANSCOM information systems.

  • Collect, analyze, and report on security events affecting USTRANSCOM's information systems and mission environment.

  • Collaborate with cyber defense organizations, intelligence community, and cyber operational forces to monitor and assess cyber threats.

Job description

POSITION: Cyber Threat Analysis Support
LOCATION: O’Fallon, Illinois, Scott Air Force Base
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Top Secret with SCI eligibility
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full-time 40 hours per week
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) located at Scott Air Force Base (AFB), IL, is one of 11 Unified Combatant Commands (UCC). USTRANSCOM provides command and control (C2) for the synchronized transportation, distribution, and sustainment of personnel and assets, making possible the projection and maintenance of national power wherever needed with speed and agility, high efficiency, and a high level of trust and accuracy.
The Cyberspaces Operations Forces’ (COF) mission is to provide DODIN Operations, defensive cyber operations-internal defensive measures, and overall cyberspace operations in support of USTRANSCOM network systems and missions. COF provides mission-tailored, joint capability packages to Combatant Commanders to facilitate rapid establishment of Joint Force Headquarters, fulfill Global Response Force execution and bridge joint operational requirements. The COF delivers unmatched joint operational command and control enablers to Joint Force Commanders conducting emergent full spectrum operations. The Command, Control, Communications, and Cyber (C4) Systems (C4S) Directorate (J6) provides essential Command, Control, Communications, and Collaboration Support (C5S) services to the USTRANSCOM Commander in performance of the command’s mission to provide mission-tailored, joint capability packages to meet national security objectives.
The Cyber Threat Analysis Support position will execute cyber threat analysis processes and procedures IAW DoD policy and USTRANSCOM Government direction. The position will provide cyber threat analysis and escalation support to USTRANSCOM’s CSSP and Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) missions on-site support at Scott AFB from 0730 to 1630 local time, Monday through Friday, and afterhours and weekend support, as required to support incident response and exercise activities with a one (1) hour response time to begin work.
WHO WE ARE:
BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities.
We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees with a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Perform threat analysis to support Department of Defense Information Network (DoDIN) operations for protection and defense of USTRANSCOM information systems and networks.
  • Collect, analyze, and report on security events that affect the operation of USTRANSCOM information systems that are hosted within USTRANSCOM’s and CSSP subscriber enclaves, and for systems hosted elsewhere for which USTRANSCOM is the Authorizing Official (AO).
    • Gather information on cybersecurity events within USTRANSCOM’s mission environment.
    • Perform analysis and correlation on cybersecurity events.
    • Collaborate with other cyber defense organizations (including but not limited to TCCs; Combatant Commands; Services and Agencies; Federal, regional, and local law enforcement agencies; National Intelligence organizations; and organizations identified via local monitoring capabilities).
    • Collaborate with USTRANSCOM’s intelligence community and cyber operational forces.
  • Collect, analyze, and report security events that affect the operation of USTRANSCOM’s mission environment and identified KT-C.
    • Gather information on cybersecurity events within USTRANSCOM’s mission environment.
    • Maintain an awareness of active cyber threat actors and associated threat sets.
    • Predict trends in cyber threat activity relative to USTRANSCOM operations or interests.
    • Highlight potential effects to system performance and mission capabilities
  • Collect and provide the Government with monthly metrics on cyber threat analysis activity.
  • Maintain current documentation on cyber threat analysis processes and procedures and provide to the Government.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5+ years of experience with monitoring and identifying vulnerabilities, anomalies, and active threats; looking at the network from an investigative perspective, using security Information and Event Management (SEIM) tools to analyze traffic data
  • 5+ years of experience with incident response, including containment, eradication, and system recovery
  • CySA+ certification
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

TRAVEL:
Minimal travel, 5 – 10%.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.
COMPENSATION:
BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. Salary is subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc. The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000 annually.
BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees. Part-time employees may have access to limited benefits.

AAP / EEO STATEMENT:
BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.

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51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Dayton, OH, US

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