Cyber Security Threat Hunter

4 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Leidos Full time
Defend Against Emerging Cyber Threats

We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Defense Analyst to join our Leidos Cybersecurity Intelligence and Response Team (CSIRT). This role is ideal for individuals passionate about staying ahead of, and maintaining a technical advantage over, cyber adversaries.

Job Overview

This position involves threat hunting and tactical analysis of ongoing attacks by criminal and nation-state actors. As a key member of our team, you will analyze network and host activity associated with both successful and unsuccessful intrusions by advanced attackers.

Your Responsibilities

  • Analyze network traffic using raw packet data, net flow, IDS, and custom sensor output.
  • Support enterprise incident response efforts.
  • Leverage your understanding of tactics, techniques, and procedures associated with advanced threats to create and add custom signatures that mitigate highly dynamic threats.
  • Employ advanced forensic tools and techniques for attack reconstruction and intelligence gathering.
  • Proactively research emerging cyber threats and apply analytical understanding of attacker methodologies and system vulnerabilities.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's Degree and 8-12 years' relevant experience in cyber security or network defense; or 7-11 years' relevant experience with relevant certifications (CISSP, SANS GIAC, CEH, etc.).
  • Experience in conventional network/host-based intrusion analysis, digital forensics, or malware analysis.
  • Strong understanding of Operating Systems and Network Protocols.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Windows administrative tools, and the Unix/Linux command line.

About You

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented cyber security professional who can work both in a team environment and autonomously. If you have Australian citizenship and can obtain an AGSVA security clearance, we encourage you to apply.

Earning Potential

This role offers an estimated annual salary of $120,000 - $180,000 AUD based on your skills and experience, depending on your qualifications and location.



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