Cyber Threat Analyst

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In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture.

Required Qualifications

• Clearance: U.S. Citizen; TS/SCI w/ CI Poly.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, National Security, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Certification: N/A
• Location: Full-time on-site in Ft. Meade, MD.
• Experience and knowledge:
• 5+ years of experience in cyber threat intelligence analysis, cyber intelligence, or a closely related cyber threat analyst role; OR 8+ years of experience in intelligence analysis with demonstrated substantive experience supporting cyber operations or cyber threat analysis.
• Demonstrated experience conducting cyber threat analysis using all-source, single-source, technical, or other intelligence data.
• Demonstrated experience producing finished intelligence products, threat assessments, risk assessments, briefings, and other analytical products for operational or leadership audiences.
• Demonstrated understanding of cyber threat intelligence principles, analytic methodologies, and intelligence production processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adversary cyber capabilities, attack methods, vulnerabilities, TTPs, and threat actor behaviors.
• Knowledge of cyberspace operations and the intelligence requirements supporting Defensive Cyberspace

Operations (DCO) and Offensive Cyberspace Operations (OCO).

• Knowledge of cyber infrastructure, computer networking fundamentals, and common communications technologies and architectures.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and synthesize information from multiple intelligence sources and distinguish relevant information from incomplete, conflicting, or ambiguous reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to identify emerging threats, analytical trends, intelligence gaps, and potential operational impacts.
• Ability to translate complex cyber and intelligence analysis into concise, actionable recommendations for nontechnical and senior audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment while managing multiple priorities and short deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, critical-thinking, and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly.
• Education: Advanced degree in Intelligence Studies, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology,

National Security, or a related field.

• Certification: DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II, Combat Assessment (CA) or comparable intelligence/cyber operations training.
• Experience and Knowledge:
• Experience supporting DoW, IC, and other mission partners.
• Experience providing intelligence support to offensive and defensive cyber targeting, joint operations, or cyberspace operational planning.
• Experience conducting analysis of advanced persistent threats, state-sponsored cyber actors, and sophisticated adversary TTPs.
• Experience using SIGINT or other technical intelligence sources to support cyber threat analysis.
• Experience supporting joint targeting, target development, target systems analysis, or intelligence preparation activities.
• Experience supporting Operational Planning Teams, Crisis Action Teams, current operations, exercises, or crisis action planning.
• Experience working controlled-access operational environments, where applicable.
• Experience developing senior-level intelligence briefings, assessments, decision papers, threat reports, and operational recommendations.
• Experience identifying intelligence gaps and developing recommendations for collection, analysis, or operational requirements.
• Familiarity with cyber threat frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, or comparable frameworks.
• Familiarity with data analytics, data visualization, or analytical tools used to support cyber threat intelligence.
• Experience in applying data science, automation, artificial intelligence, or machine learning techniques to intelligence analysis is desirable.
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI or comparable data visualization tools.
• Experience supporting intelligence integration across operational, technical, targeting, and intelligence organizations.
• Prior experience supporting Joint operations across multiple warfighting domains.
• Relevant military education, JPME, intelligence training, cyber/targeting training, or equivalent professional development.

Benefits

Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents

• 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
• 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
• 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
• Competitive Pay
• Generous paid leave and holiday package
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Life and AD&D Insurance