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Nightwing

Cyber Incident Response Expert

Arlington, VA · On-site

Nightwing is seeking a Cyber Incident Response Expert to support this critical customer mission. Responsibilities: * Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in ...

Argo Cyber Systems

$100K - $125K/yr

Incident Response Expert III (Cyber Eviction Analysts) Location: Washington Dc Metro Area (On-Site) Citizenship: US only Clearance: Active TS/SCI (DHS EOD Suitability required) Company: Argo Cyber ...

Argo Cyber Systems

$125K - $145K/yr

Incident Response Expert IV (Cyber Eviction Analysts) Location: Washington Dc Metro Area (On-Site) Citizenship: US only Clearance: Active TS/SCI (DHS EOD Suitability required) Company: Argo Cyber ...

Nwis

Cyber Incident Response Expert

Arlington, VA

Responsibilities: - Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) - Serves as an incident ...

ARSIEM

Incident Response Expert IV

Arlington, VA · On-site

Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) * Distills analytic findings into executive ...

ARSIEM

Incident Response Expert IV

Arlington, VA

Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) * Distills analytic findings into executive ...

ARSIEM

Incident Response Expert III

Arlington, VA

Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) * Distills analytic findings into executive ...

ARSIEM

Incident Response Expert III

Arlington, VA · On-site

Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) * Distills analytic findings into executive ...

ARSIEM

Incident Response Expert III

Arlington, VA

Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) * Distills analytic findings into executive ...

ARSIEM

Incident Response Expert IV

Arlington, VA · On-site

Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) * Distills analytic findings into executive ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for incident expert in the United States is $127,177.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $172,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Incident Expert vs Security Analyst?

AspectIncident ExpertSecurity Analyst
Required CredentialsCertifications like CISSP, CISM, or GIACCertifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC
Work EnvironmentIncident response teams, cybersecurity departmentsSecurity operations centers, IT departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across industries for incident handlingCommonly employed in cybersecurity and IT security roles
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for incident response rolesCompared for security monitoring and threat analysis

Incident Experts focus on managing and responding to security incidents, including investigation and mitigation. Security Analysts monitor security systems, analyze threats, and prevent incidents. While both roles require cybersecurity certifications and work in similar environments, Incident Experts specialize in incident response, whereas Security Analysts focus on ongoing security monitoring and threat detection.

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Cyber Incident Response Expert

Nightwing

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.
The DHS's Hunt and Incident Response Team (HIRT) secures the nation's infrastructure. HIRT provides DHS's front-line response for cyber incidents and proactive hunting for malicious cyber activity. Nightwing provides support for on and offsite incident response to Government agencies and critical infrastructure owners who experience cyber-attacks. Nightwing provides HIRT advanced technical assistance, proactive hunting, rapid onsite incident response, and immediate investigation, using host and network-based cybersecurity analysis capabilities. Personnel perform investigations to characterize the level of severity of breaches and develop mitigation/remediation plans. Nightwing is seeking a Cyber Incident Response Expert to support this critical customer mission.
Responsibilities:
  • Serves as hunt and incident response subject matter expert (SME), applying in-depth knowledge on threat actor (TA) tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
  • Serves as an incident response expert in support of a technology insertion team
  • Distills analytic findings into executive summaries and in-depth technical reports
  • Provide expert support, analysis, and research with only broad direction into exceptionally complex problems and processes relating to the subject matter as it relates to hunt and incident response activities
  • Serves as technical expert on high-level incident response teams providing technical direction, interpretation, and alternatives
  • Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of an assignment or task at hand
  • Independently develops technical solutions to complex problems that require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
  • Analyzes incident data and victim environments to recommend targeted mitigations
  • Advise technical personnel on countermeasure implementation and customization
  • Supports internal stakeholders on containment and eradication missions
  • Documents analysis in a standardized knowledgebase for sharing and publication
  • Assists in maintaining branch process and procedure documentation
  • Guides the completion of hunt and incident response activities

Required Skills:
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Must have an active TS/SCI clearance
  • Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability
  • 7+ years of directly relevant experience in the area of expertise
  • 3+ years of experience related to the evaluation and implementation of new cyber response capabilities
  • Must be able to travel domestically on short notice
  • Strong understanding of network architecture/security
  • Experience performing cyber incident response
  • Ability to think independently
  • Demonstrates superior written and oral communication skills
  • Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations
  • Skilled in identifying different classes of attacks and attack stages
  • Understanding of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities
  • Understanding of proactive analysis of systems and networks, to include creating trust levels of critical resources
  • Proficiency with common operating systems (e,g, Linux/Unix, Windows)

Desired Skills:
  • Experience leading and mentoring technical teams
  • Knowledge of Computer Network Defense policies, procedures and regulations
  • Knowledge of different operational threat environments (e.g., first generation [script kiddies], second generation [non nation-state sponsored], and third generation [nation-state sponsored])
  • Knowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., buffer overflow, mobile code, cross-site scripting, PL/SQL and injections, race conditions, covert channel, replay, return- oriented attacks, and malicious code)
  • Network and System administration experience
  • Strong understanding of adversarial tactics/techniques/procedures (TTPs)
  • Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) tools
  • Ability to review and analyze Enterprise Architecture (EA) from a security perspective
  • Understanding of cyber defense-in-depth principles
  • Hands-on skill in host/network intrusion detection
  • Ability to perform event correlation
  • Experience with malicious activity analysis
  • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at multiple levels within an organization

Required Education:
BS Computer Science, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, or related degree; or HS Diploma & 7+ years of technical experience in the area of expertise.
Desired Certifications: One or more
  • DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II, IASAE II, CSSP Analyst
  • DoD 8140.01 GCIA, GCIH, CSSP Analyst/CSSP Incident Responder
  • DoD 8140.01 CEH, CSSP Analyst
  • SANS GIAC GNFA preferred
  • SANS GRID, GICSP, or GCIP a plus

Syndeo: ESS-3426
At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we'll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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