Job Summary:
Clear Ridge Defense is seeking a TS/SCI cleared professional to serve as a Cyber Defense Incident Responder (Tier II) in Quantico, VA. The role involves investigating cyber incidents, managing them from detection to resolution, and collaborating with teams to enhance incident response capabilities.
Responsibilities:
โข Investigate Cyber Incidents: Perform in-depth analysis of network and host artifacts (e.g., logs, system images, packet captures) to identify root causes, operational impacts, and enable rapid remediation of threats
โข Manage incidents from detection to resolution, documenting actions and outcomes in compliance with DoD Cyber Incident Handling Program (CJCSM 6510.01B)
โข Conduct real-time forensic collections, intrusion correlation, threat analysis, and direct system remediation tasks
โข Update incident response tactics, techniques, and procedures annually, and deliver quarterly training sessions to enhance team readiness
โข Collaborate with Red Teams to validate and enhance incident response capabilities through realistic penetration testing exercises
Qualifications:
Required:
โข Excellent interpersonal communication skills
โข A TS/SCI clearance
โข Two or more years of relevant cybersecurity experience
โข DODD 8570 CSSP Incident Responder Certification
โข DODD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
โข Expertise in forensic analysis, threat hunting and vulnerability assessment
โข An ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace with unique TTPs
Preferred:
โข Leadership experience
โข An Associates degree or higher
Company:
Clear Ridge Defense is an IT firm that provides cybersecurity, intelligence & risk analysis services to federal and commercial clients. Founded in 2015, the company is headquartered in Baltimore, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.