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Identify and triage benign, spam, exercise, and malicious phishing email. * Perform binary artifact ... Coordinate and collaborate with Department teams as needed to analyze and respond to events and ...

Digital Forensics SME

Rockville, MD · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Support cyber threat intelligence production, mobile device security investigations, and email/phishing analysis. * Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with legal ...

Identify and triage benign, spam, exercise, and malicious phishing email. * Perform binary artifact ... Coordinate and collaborate with Department teams as needed to analyze and respond to events and ...

The Security Awareness and Compliance Analyst administers the organization's Security Awareness and Phishing Program and supports governance, risk, and compliance initiatives. The employee develops ...

Digital Forensics SME

Rockville, MD · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Support cyber threat intelligence production, mobile device security investigations, and email/phishing analysis. * Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with legal ...

Digital Forensics SME

Rockville, MD · On-site

$140K - $184K/yr

Support cyber threat intelligence production, mobile device security investigations, and email/phishing analysis. * Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with legal ...

Program Analyst

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

In addition to managing the phishing program, you will advance ongoing reporting and data analysis including visualization and storytelling around phishing data that will be shared with executive ...

Digital Forensics SME

Rockville, MD · On-site

$140K - $184K/yr

Support cyber threat intelligence production, mobile device security investigations, and email/phishing analysis. * Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with legal ...

Support cyber threat intelligence production, mobile device security investigations, and email/phishing analysis. * Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with legal ...

Digital Forensics SME

Rockville, MD · On-site

$140K - $184K/yr

Support cyber threat intelligence production, mobile device security investigations, and email/phishing analysis. * Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with legal ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for phishing analyst in the United States is $73,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a phishing analyst?

A Phishing Analyst is a cybersecurity professional who detects, analyzes, and mitigates phishing threats. They investigate suspicious emails, URLs, and messages to identify potential scams or attacks. Using various security tools, they assess risks, report findings, and help implement protective measures. Their role is critical in preventing cybercriminals from stealing sensitive data or compromising systems. Phishing Analysts also educate employees and organizations on recognizing and avoiding phishing attempts.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a phishing analyst?

As a Phishing Analyst, your daily tasks often include monitoring email traffic for suspicious activity, analyzing reported phishing attempts, and investigating potential security incidents. You will assess and escalate threats, collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams, and help implement or update preventative measures. Additionally, you may assist in employee training programs to raise awareness and reduce susceptibility to phishing attacks. This role involves both hands-on technical work and clear communication with colleagues across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a phishing analyst?

To thrive as a Phishing Analyst, you need a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, strong analytical skills, and experience identifying and mitigating email-based threats, typically supported by relevant education or certifications. Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools, email security platforms, and certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are commonly required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively are vital soft skills in this position. These competencies are crucial for accurately detecting threats, educating stakeholders, and ensuring the organization's overall security posture.

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Infographic showing various Phishing Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,261 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

CIRT Tier 1 Analyst / Active Secret

Beltsville, MD • On-site

Peraton
IT Services • 10K+ employees

$80K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Peraton rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking an experienced CIRT Tier 1 Analyst to join Peratons' Federal Strategic Cyber Mission program.
Location: Beltsville, MD and Rosslyn, VA
Work Hours: Days / 06:00-14:00 (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM) / TUE-SAT
In this role, you will:
  • Detect, classify, process, track, and report on cyber security events and incidents.
  • Perform triage of incoming alerts and requests in a 24x7x365 environment.
  • Monitor and triage the CIRT hotline, email inboxes, and fax.
  • Create tickets and initiate workflows as instructed in SOPs.
  • Triage Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) Alerts and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) Alerts.
  • Identify and triage benign, spam, exercise, and malicious phishing email.
  • Perform binary artifact triage to understand malware behavior.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with Department teams as needed to analyze and respond to events and incidents.
  • Report incident information to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
  • Collaborate with other local, national and international CIRTs as directed.
  • Deliver and oversee remediation activities.
  • Conduct shift change briefs.

Qualifications
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience or a High School diploma and 6 years of experience.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain at least one of the following certifications before start date. Continued certification required as a condition of employment:
    • CCNA-Security
    • CND
    • CySA+
    • GICSP
    • GSEC
    • Security+ CE
    • SSCP
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ticketing systems (i.e. ServiceNow, Remedy).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of computer networking protocols and principles.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, threats, and vulnerabilities.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of incident response principles and practices.
  • Skill in critical thinking by evaluating information and making independent decisions.
  • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while taking initiative on assigned responsibilities.
  • Ability to follow established procedures and written guidance with precision and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated skills in taking ownership of problems and seeing them through to completion.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Active Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Splunk for security monitoring and alert triage.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint for security monitoring and response.
  • Experience with ServiceNow for ticketing and workflow management.
  • Knowledge of cloud security monitoring fundamentals.
  • Experience with email security and phishing analysis.
  • Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
  • Familiarity with PowerShell and basic scripting concepts.

Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017