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Leidos

Cyber Network Defense Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$69K - $125K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to join our team on a highly visible cyber security single-award IDIQ vehicle that provides Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) support ...

Leidos

Cyber Network Defense Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$69K - $125K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to join our team on a highly visible cyber security single-award IDIQ vehicle that provides Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) support ...

Leidos

Cyber Network Defense Analyst

Bay Saint Louis, MS · On-site

$69K - $125K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) to join our team on a highly visible cyber security single-award IDIQ vehicle that provides Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) support ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber network defense in the United States is $122,108.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,500.00 and $149,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectCyber Network DefenseCyber Security Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEHCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentFocus on network security, intrusion detection, and defense strategiesBroader security analysis, risk assessment, and incident response
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in cybersecurity firms, government agencies, and large corporationsAcross various industries including finance, healthcare, and tech companies

Cyber Network Defense specialists focus specifically on protecting network infrastructure from threats, utilizing skills similar to those of Cyber Security Analysts. While both roles require similar certifications and often overlap in work environments, Cyber Network Defense emphasizes active defense and intrusion prevention within networks, whereas Cyber Security Analysts may handle a broader range of security tasks including policy development and incident analysis.

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Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) III - Cloud Forensics

Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) III - Cloud Forensics

Argo Cyber Systems

Arlington, VA • On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Cyber Network Defense Analyst (CNDA) - Cloud Forensics

Location: Remote / Onsite (as required)
Clearance: Active TS/SCI (DHS EOD eligibility required)
Company: Argo Cyber Systems, LLC - A Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)

About Argo Cyber Systems

Argo Cyber Systems delivers advanced cybersecurity and threat-hunting capabilities to safeguard federal and critical infrastructure environments. Our teams provide rapid incident response, digital forensics, proactive hunt operations, and continuous cyber defense across host-based, network-based, and cloud-based systems. We combine mission experience with innovation-empowering our customers to detect, disrupt, and defeat adversaries in real time.

Position Overview

Argo Cyber Systems is seeking Cyber Network Defense Analysts (CNDA) with deep Cloud Forensics expertise to support a high-visibility federal mission. The CNDA will lead advanced investigations into sophisticated intrusions across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, identifying attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), correlating artifacts, and driving containment and remediation actions in partnership with government cyber teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct end-to-end forensic acquisition and analysis across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments (Azure AD/Entra ID, M365, AWS, GCP, SaaS).

  • Investigate identity-based and credential-abuse incidents targeting cloud control planes and hybrid identity infrastructure.

  • Correlate cloud telemetry (Azure Activity Logs, AWS CloudTrail, GCP Logs, VPC Flow Logs) and network evidence to reconstruct attacker timelines and validate indicators of compromise (IOCs).

  • Develop and deploy automated detection logic, threat-hunting scripts, and analytical playbooks using Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, AWS GuardDuty, and GCP Chronicle.

  • Produce comprehensive technical and executive-level reports, integrating findings across endpoints, networks, and cloud assets to inform threat containment and strategic recommendations.

  • Support continuous improvement of incident response procedures, forensics workflows, and threat-hunting operations.

  • Collaborate with Argo and government stakeholders to triage alerts, assess risk, and strengthen enterprise detection and response posture.

Required Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship and active TS/SCI clearance (with ability to obtain DHS EOD Suitability).

  • Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience conducting digital forensics and incident response (DFIR).

  • Proven expertise in cloud forensics, identity security, and hybrid infrastructure defense.

  • Proficiency in M365/Azure AD, AWS IAM, and SaaS investigative methodologies.

  • Deep understanding of SaaS/PaaS/IaaS architectures, including common attack vectors and defensive measures.

  • Skilled in evidence acquisition, volatile data capture, artifact analysis, and technical reporting.

Desired Qualifications

  • Scripting and automation proficiency in PowerShell, Python, Bash, or JavaScript.

  • Familiarity with Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager for automation and orchestration.

  • Understanding of MITRE ATT&CK for Cloud and adversary emulation techniques.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills for working across multidisciplinary teams.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field
    or

  • High School Diploma and 10+ years of directly relevant DFIR experience.

Preferred Certifications

  • GIAC Cloud Defender (GCLD), GCFR, GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, EnCE, CCE, CFCE, CISSP, CCSP

  • AWS and Microsoft security/cloud certifications (e.g., Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security Specialty)

Why Argo Cyber Systems

At Argo, you'll be part of a mission-driven, veteran-founded cybersecurity team protecting America's most critical systems. We combine hands-on technical excellence with operational precision to outpace the threat. Join us to defend, detect, and innovate at the cyber edge.


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